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BN52 CRJ

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,322 mi
Last recorded59,322 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 CRJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Feb 2016 59,322 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipes are corroding.

Fuel cap seal is split.

No oil reading on the dipstick.

O/S/R indicator bulb faded.

O/S/R tyre is worn low (3mm).

Rear shock absorber rubbers are worn.

Sump is corroded and leaking oil.

Wastegate lever is disconnected.

Pass 27 Oct 2014 55,685 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 50,732 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 49,141 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 47,477 miles

Near side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 46,015 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 15 Apr 2011 46,015 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 19 Apr 2010 44,741 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 44,741 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 43,341 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 43,341 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 35,213 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 23,581 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 15,422 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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BN52 CRJ is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BN52 CRJ, 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 BN52 CRJ registered?

BN52 CRJ is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 29 November 2002.

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