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AV02 NVD

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

47,173 mi
Last recorded47,173 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 NVD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 47,173 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 41,916 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 41,731 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2023 33,630 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 24,092 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 19,255 miles

Front windscreen washers weak

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 18,274 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 14,750 miles

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 6,550 miles

service brake only just met pass standard rear brakes may require adjustments/repair

Pass 4 Oct 2016 6,476 miles

Rear both bottom shock bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Oct 2015 6,320 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 6,293 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 5,835 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 5,353 miles

All tyres showing signs of age

Fail 16 Sep 2011 5,022 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 5,022 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 4,836 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 4,531 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 3,982 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 3,654 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 3,071 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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AV02 NVD is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AV02 NVD, 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 AV02 NVD?

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What year was AV02 NVD registered?

AV02 NVD is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is AV02 NVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV02 NVD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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