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KV51 CPX

2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd)

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

117,459 mi
Last recorded117,459 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd)51,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 CPX
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Auto (lhd)
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 117,459 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 115,682 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 112,747 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 108,269 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 104,300 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2021 98,750 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2020 97,486 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 77,055 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 77,055 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2018 69,420 miles
Fail 7 May 2018 69,420 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 2 May 2017 61,156 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 57,672 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 57,672 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 54,900 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 49,010 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 49,010 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 14 Apr 2013 47,058 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2013 47,058 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 46,022 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Nov 2011 46,022 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Nov 2010 44,853 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 44,853 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 43,218 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 43,218 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 39,263 miles

1 HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT BULB INOP / PETROL CAP SEAL CRACKING

Fail 7 Oct 2008 39,262 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

1 HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT BULB INOP / PETROL CAP SEAL CRACKING

Pass 3 Nov 2007 36,449 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 36,449 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 33,015 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 29,189 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd)?

Based on 4,504 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
4,000
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255
Stop lamp not working 230
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 176
Headlamp aim too low 106
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 100
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KV51 CPX is a 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

Across all 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,166 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 Auto (lhd) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 255 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV51 CPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KV51 CPX registered?

KV51 CPX is a 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd), first registered on 12 October 2001.

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The MOT history for KV51 CPX shows 31 tests with a 67.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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