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BNZ 1921

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

White Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

51,269 mi
Last recorded51,269 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 1921
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 51,269 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 51,269 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s/r metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s/f bottom ball joint cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f bottom ball joint cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s/f lower arm (front bush u/s ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front both sides (3.5 (a))

front discs deteriated/rusty

slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 24 Oct 2018 47,339 miles

front brake imbalance/fluctuation 20%

front discs deteriated/rusty

Fail 18 Oct 2018 47,339 miles

Side repeater incorrect colour o/s/f showing white (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure n/s/r tyre -inner sidewall has long tears exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure o/s/r tyre -inner sidewall has long tears exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front brake imbalance/fluctuation 20%

front discs deteriated/rusty

Pass 22 Sep 2017 45,848 miles

all tyre inner sidewalls cracked & perished advise early replacement

Pass 8 Mar 2016 42,898 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim buckled (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2016 42,898 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim buckled (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 42,040 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre inner wall spliting not to cords

Fail 20 Jan 2015 42,018 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre inner wall spliting not to cords

Pass 9 Jan 2014 38,914 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 38,888 miles

Offside Rear Brake slack adjuster obviously defective (3.5.1m)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 37,342 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 37,342 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 32,391 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 32,391 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2011 31,808 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 31,808 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 30,615 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 30,615 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 28,265 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 24,244 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 19,719 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 15,483 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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BNZ 1921 is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in White with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BNZ 1921, 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 BNZ 1921 registered?

BNZ 1921 is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is BNZ 1921 safe to buy?

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