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ML02 HFS

2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

45,792 mi
Last recorded45,792 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet47,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 HFS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 45,792 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 41,936 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2017 41,936 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 41,785 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 38,706 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 38,706 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 34,762 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2014 34,759 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 May 2013 30,069 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 27,533 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Apr 2012 27,511 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 May 2011 25,572 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 May 2011 25,572 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,419 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 18,533 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2009 18,533 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 14,555 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2008 14,555 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 11,016 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 7,994 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
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ML02 HFS is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 47,442 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) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML02 HFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 24 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ML02 HFS registered?

ML02 HFS is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 17 June 2002.

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