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FY52 LAO

2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

86,112 mi
Last recorded86,112 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto51,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 LAO
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Softouch Auto
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 86,112 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 78,513 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 78,513 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing two missing only held on with one bolt (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% imbalance on back axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe missing brocken off (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 75,694 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 23 Jul 2015 73,543 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 73,542 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 71,337 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 71,321 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2013 67,791 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 67,790 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 62,249 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 42,873 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 33,327 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 33,327 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 25,971 miles

rear number plate becoming deteriorated.

Fail 15 Sep 2008 25,971 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear number plate becoming deteriorated.

Fail 28 Sep 2007 23,269 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 Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 23,269 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 4 Oct 2006 20,560 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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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FY52 LAO is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FY52 LAO, 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 FY52 LAO registered?

FY52 LAO is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto, first registered on 24 September 2002.

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