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SV52 VLK

2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests26 (14 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

54,016 mi
Last recorded54,016 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto51,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV52 VLK
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Softouch Auto
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 12 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2026 54,016 miles

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

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 emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon 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 Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords showing in cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords showing in cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 53,832 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 53,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 52,307 miles

Front Brake pedal spongy

Oil leak, but not excessive Suspect sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shockers lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 52,296 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working All 3 stop lamps not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pedal spongy

Oil leak, but not excessive Suspect sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shockers lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,051 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 52,041 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 51,812 miles

Oil leak sump area

Fail 31 Mar 2017 51,800 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak sump area

Pass 24 Dec 2014 49,821 miles

nearside and offside front brake pipes;nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 23 Dec 2014 49,821 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

nearside and offside front brake pipes;nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2013 44,716 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 38,446 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2012 38,846 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 33,063 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 30,684 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 30,684 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 27,396 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 27,393 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 20,711 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 20,711 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2007 14,103 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 14,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2006 9,944 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 6,758 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 6,757 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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SV52 VLK is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 SV52 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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SV52 VLK is a 2002 Mcc Smart Pulse Softouch Auto, first registered on 13 November 2002.

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