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RY52 DKX

2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

35,006 mi
Last recorded35,006 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe49,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY52 DKX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 35,006 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 33,377 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily age cracking legal at time of test will require attention soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Weathered (0.1 (b))

Under-trays fitted front-rear

Fail 10 Jun 2024 33,374 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit at time of test will require attention soon (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily age cracking legal at time of test will require attention soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily age cracking legal at time of test will require attention soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily age cracking legal at time of test will require attention soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Weathered (0.1 (b))

Under-trays fitted front-rear

Pass 18 Apr 2023 31,773 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective front wipers smearing, advise change (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r tyre perished / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2023 31,798 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits emissions failed test on HC on both 1st and 2nd fast idle tests (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective front wipers smearing, advise change (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r tyre perished / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 27,682 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 25,673 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 22,725 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 20,905 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 20,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2017 17,810 miles

all tyres perished

Fail 6 Feb 2017 17,810 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

all tyres perished

Pass 17 Feb 2016 15,203 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 15,141 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 14,592 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 13,553 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 12,711 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 11,594 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 10,715 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 9,512 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 8,481 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 8,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 7,229 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 5,805 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
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RY52 DKX is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 49,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RY52 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RY52 DKX registered?

RY52 DKX is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 12 December 2002.

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The MOT history for RY52 DKX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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