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ML02 HDN

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,896 mi
Last recorded103,896 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 HDN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 103,896 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 96,491 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 96,491 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' x 3 (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 93,692 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 93,436 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 91,027 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 83,527 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 76,228 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 73,944 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 69,238 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 May 2011 67,106 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 64,337 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 64,337 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 61,945 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2008 56,025 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 3 May 2007 42,288 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2007 42,288 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 28,115 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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ML02 HDN is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 ML02 HDN, 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.

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What year was ML02 HDN registered?

ML02 HDN is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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