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WV52 LNP

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,052 mi
Last recorded93,052 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 LNP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 93,052 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 92,239 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 90,642 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 90,640 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal broken (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2023 89,121 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 87,606 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 86,033 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 2 Jul 2021 86,026 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 83,637 miles

Central Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 80,913 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 79,253 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2018 79,253 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 64,152 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 68,020 miles

oil leaks

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2015 63,681 miles

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Fail 17 Aug 2015 63,681 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2014 57,959 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 57,946 miles

Oil leak from Engine.

Pass 12 Mar 2012 54,031 miles

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

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

engine man light on.

Pass 17 Mar 2011 47,279 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 43,769 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 36,628 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 36,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 31,588 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 31,449 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,555 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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WV52 LNP is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WV52 LNP, 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 WV52 LNP registered?

WV52 LNP is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 17 December 2002.

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The MOT history for WV52 LNP shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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