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LF52 YTY

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

81,227 mi
Last recorded81,227 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 YTY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 81,227 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 81,170 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 78,621 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 76,056 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 71,891 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 68,404 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 68,404 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 65,473 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 65,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 63,086 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 61,172 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 61,172 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 58,342 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 51,126 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 40,010 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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LF52 YTY is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 50,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF52 YTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF52 YTY registered?

LF52 YTY is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is LF52 YTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 YTY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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