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FE52 EXF

2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,170 mi
Last recorded51,170 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto51,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 EXF
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Softip Semi-auto
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 51,170 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper shock bush / bearing NEAR FAIL (5.3.2 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump area / sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2025 51,147 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to leaking exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer holed corroded leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Hanging from mirror / on dash ()

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper shock bush / bearing NEAR FAIL (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Not working and insecure (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump area / sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 48,614 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 45,812 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 41,180 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 38,518 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 37,633 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 37,566 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 35,398 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres worn at edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Mar 2018 35,398 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres worn at edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 29,905 miles

both rear tyres are out of shape

Fail 21 Mar 2017 29,905 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both rear tyres are out of shape

Pass 15 Mar 2016 23,141 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 16,026 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 15,469 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 15,016 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 14,849 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 14,849 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2011 14,117 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 13,844 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 13,511 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,152 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 12,727 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 12,021 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto?

Based on 7,215 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
3,473
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 335
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 220
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 167
Headlamp aim too low 136
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 135
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FE52 EXF is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 51,185 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE52 EXF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FE52 EXF registered?

FE52 EXF is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is FE52 EXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 EXF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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