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GK52 XRF

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

70,387 mi
Last recorded70,387 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 XRF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 70,387 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 70,378 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 67,924 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 13 Jan 2024 67,924 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 65,088 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 65,084 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 63,801 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 62,316 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 60,506 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 60,243 miles

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

engine sump corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2017 59,784 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 59,784 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 59,060 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 58,418 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 58,107 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 57,398 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 57,390 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 56,752 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 54,794 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 47,916 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 46,709 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 46,709 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 42,956 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 42,955 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 30,185 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 30,185 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2007 29,709 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 29,709 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 22,611 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 22,609 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

both rear tyres perishing on outer side walls

Pass 2 Dec 2005 15,668 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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GK52 XRF is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

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 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 GK52 XRF, 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 GK52 XRF registered?

GK52 XRF is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 17 October 2002.

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