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LY02 VCX

2002 Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

58,491 mi
Last recorded58,491 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto50,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 VCX
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pure Softip Semi-auto
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 58,491 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 58,479 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 57,582 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 54,285 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 53,597 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 53,597 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both Lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 53,130 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 52,212 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 52,212 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 51,404 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 51,404 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 50,872 miles

slight oil leak from engine area

slight play in o/s/f inner rack joint

Pass 22 Aug 2013 50,406 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 50,398 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 48,624 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 48,624 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 44,744 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 38,009 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 31,536 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 24,602 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 18,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall,advise to change.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2007 18,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall,advise to change.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 14,347 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto?

Based on 2,927 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
3,395
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 128
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 88
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 79
Headlamp aim too low 64
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LY02 VCX is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2002 Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 50,438 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY02 VCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LY02 VCX registered?

LY02 VCX is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pure Softip Semi-auto, first registered on 23 August 2002.

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