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MK02 FVX

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

60,262 mi
Last recorded60,262 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Smart (mcc)
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 FVX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 60,262 miles

Front both sides, headlamps have slight movement still secure at time of test

Oil leak ()

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 60,228 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 59,173 miles

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

inner faces of front discs quite corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2014 58,079 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 58,079 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 54,981 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Dec 2012 53,116 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 53,116 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 49,344 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 49,344 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 43,860 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 38,415 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 38,413 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

reverse gear not working

Pass 27 Mar 2008 34,934 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 34,810 miles

Covers fitted to under side of vehicle.

Front brake disc worn low + grooved.

Near side repeater lens missing.

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2006 29,707 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 23,346 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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MK02 FVX is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MK02 FVX, 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 MK02 FVX?

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What year was MK02 FVX registered?

MK02 FVX is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is MK02 FVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK02 FVX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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