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BX02 VGN

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,525 mi
Last recorded67,525 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX02 VGN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2021 67,525 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 67,506 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47% lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 66,442 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 66,308 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 66,308 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 145/65/r15 72t evergreen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

exhaust tailpipe missing

Pass 14 Aug 2018 63,252 miles

front tyres cracked and perished on outer wall

Fail 13 Aug 2018 63,252 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

front tyres cracked and perished on outer wall

Pass 15 Aug 2017 58,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm also nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2017 58,584 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm also nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 56,846 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 56,759 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 56,759 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 56,129 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 54,833 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 53,835 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 53,830 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 51,569 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 48,926 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 46,626 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 44,538 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 42,718 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 41,165 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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BX02 VGN is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BX02 VGN, 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 BX02 VGN registered?

BX02 VGN is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 10 April 2002.

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