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RV52 ORN

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,172 mi
Last recorded94,172 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 ORN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Mar 2018 94,172 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 92,587 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 86,169 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 80,740 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 80,735 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 77,391 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2013 77,391 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 68,973 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 60,258 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 14 Sep 2011 66,258 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Sep 2010 48,626 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 43,959 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 36,516 miles

front tyres perished

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

o/s/r tyre on limit

Pass 25 Oct 2007 31,487 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 24,143 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2005 19,639 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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RV52 ORN is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RV52 ORN, 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 RV52 ORN registered?

RV52 ORN is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is RV52 ORN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 ORN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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