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MF51 TOU

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Pink Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

69,059 mi
Last recorded69,059 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 TOU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 69,059 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 69,059 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 69,059 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 68,797 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 64,348 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 9 Feb 2013 64,348 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2012 61,208 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2012 61,208 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 51,606 miles

engine warning light is on

Oil leak

fuel cap seal is slightly deteriorated

Fail 18 Jan 2011 51,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

engine warning light is on

fuel cap seal is slightly deteriorated

Oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2009 43,654 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 40,619 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 40,614 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 31,191 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 31,191 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 27,249 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2005 23,206 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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MF51 TOU is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Pink with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF51 TOU, 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

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What year was MF51 TOU registered?

MF51 TOU is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is MF51 TOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 TOU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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