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GU52 VLK

2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

76,066 mi
Last recorded76,066 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto51,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 VLK
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Softouch Auto
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 76,066 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 69,123 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 65,819 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

all tyres deteriorated

Fail 17 Mar 2017 65,819 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

all tyres deteriorated

Pass 10 Mar 2016 61,918 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 10 Mar 2016 61,918 miles

Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 59,967 miles

Front brake pads wearing

General corrosion to all suspension components

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/s headlamp aim on limits, will not adjust anymore

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Plastic liners covers and trays preventing full examination

Some wear and corrosion to front brake discs

Wipers noisey operation

Pass 16 Mar 2015 59,967 miles

Front brake pads wearing

General corrosion to all suspension components

O/s headlamp aim on limits, will not adjust anymore

Plastic liners covers and trays preventing full examination

Some wear and corrosion to front brake discs

Wipers noisey operation

Pass 17 Mar 2014 57,332 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 56,710 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2013 56,710 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2012 54,074 miles

all windscreen wipers split but clearing the windscreen at the time of the test

trims fitted to the floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Fail 9 May 2012 54,074 miles

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

all windscreen wipers split but clearing the windscreen at the time of the test

trims fitted to the floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Pass 9 May 2011 51,148 miles

Covers over both door sills and front and rear inner wings, and offside and nearside floors, not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 May 2011 51,148 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Covers over both door sills and front and rear inner wings, and offside and nearside floors, not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Apr 2010 47,634 miles

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

both front tyre starting to crack within the tread no ply or cords exposed at the time of the test

trims fitted to the inner wheel arches, outer sills and covering the floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Fail 26 Apr 2010 47,634 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

both front tyre starting to crack within the tread no ply or cords exposed at the time of the test

trims fitted to the inner wheel arches, outer sills and covering the floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Pass 22 Apr 2009 43,871 miles

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

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

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

large trims covering the floorpan and inner wheel arches unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Fail 21 Apr 2009 43,871 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

large trims covering the floorpan and inner wheel arches unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Pass 28 Apr 2008 38,921 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 May 2007 31,824 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 24,520 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 24,520 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

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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GU52 VLK is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 GU52 VLK, 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 GU52 VLK registered?

GU52 VLK is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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