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LV02 RUU

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,659 mi
Last recorded39,659 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 RUU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 39,659 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 39,464 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 39,237 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 39,237 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 38,921 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 38,624 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 38,538 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Feb 2020 38,537 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Feb 2019 38,098 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 37,336 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 36,516 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 35,450 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 34,563 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 33,670 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 32,835 miles

n/s/r tyre cracked on inner side wall

Pass 22 Feb 2012 32,013 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 30,976 miles

under body tray fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2010 30,122 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 30,119 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

n/s/r tyre cut on inner side wall

Pass 23 Feb 2009 29,122 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 27,755 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 20,589 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 20,383 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2006 16,942 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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LV02 RUU is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV02 RUU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LV02 RUU?

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What year was LV02 RUU registered?

LV02 RUU is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is LV02 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 RUU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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