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LG52 TTO

2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,567 mi
Last recorded41,567 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe49,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 TTO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 41,567 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 38,955 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 38,933 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 38,601 miles

under body cover fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2023 36,683 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Fail 6 Apr 2023 36,668 miles

Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bonnet (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch area (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 3 May 2022 34,386 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside parking brake poor performance

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 May 2021 25,247 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 25,247 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 22,982 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside rear tyre has a cut on inner sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 17 Oct 2016 19,792 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 17 Oct 2016 19,792 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished on sidewalls (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 17,952 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 15,378 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 14,273 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 11,509 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2011 10,461 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 9,862 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 9,462 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 8,955 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 8,354 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 8,226 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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LG52 TTO is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 49,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG52 TTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LG52 TTO registered?

LG52 TTO is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is LG52 TTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 TTO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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