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HV52 XSE

2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,210 mi
Last recorded49,210 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 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

RegistrationHV52 XSE
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Softip Semi-auto
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 49,210 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 49,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 45,021 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2024 45,021 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 42,239 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 42,229 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 39,825 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 39,824 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 39,342 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 38,733 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 37,100 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 35,884 miles

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

coolant hose chaffed

Pass 28 Apr 2017 34,644 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate has come loose but still secure

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside rear (2.7.4)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Nearside and offside rear (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 32,777 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 31,217 miles

All front suspension components corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2014 29,618 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 29,618 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 27,945 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 26,475 miles

Front shock absorber dust covers split

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 26,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front shock absorber dust covers split

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 24,671 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 22,752 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 21,271 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 18,946 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,049 miles

one segment of high level brake light inop

Fail 25 Apr 2007 17,049 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

one segment of high level brake light inop

Pass 5 Sep 2006 15,567 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 15,567 miles

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

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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HV52 XSE is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HV52 XSE, 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 HV52 XSE registered?

HV52 XSE is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softip Semi-auto, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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