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FG02 ESO

2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

77,992 mi
Last recorded77,992 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto51,128 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG02 ESO
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Softouch Auto
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 77,992 miles

Underside of vehicle undersealed

Fail 20 Nov 2018 77,992 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 9 Nov 2017 69,320 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold (7.1.2)

Underside of vehicle heavily greased

Fail 9 Nov 2017 69,320 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Underside of vehicle heavily greased

Pass 16 Nov 2016 67,083 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 66,347 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 66,347 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 63,780 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 62,700 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 62,700 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2012 59,298 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 59,290 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 57,973 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 57,965 miles

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nsf tyre persihed on side wall

Pass 21 Apr 2010 55,086 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 55,065 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 51,520 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 45,862 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 39,401 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 35,470 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto?

Based on 4,179 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
3,591
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 162
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 139
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 100
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 95
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 78
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FG02 ESO is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,128 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 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG02 ESO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was FG02 ESO registered?

FG02 ESO is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto, first registered on 5 August 2002.

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