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MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A (2002)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 145 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

69%

Total Tests (2024)

145

Avg Mileage

72,318 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,740

Is the 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%.

At 22 years old, 69% of MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)As from 2002 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 145 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 72,318 miles.

How does the 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A compare?

Rank among all 2002 cars308th out of 403(top 76%)
Rank among all MCC models13th out of 17(top 76%)
vs national average-13% (82% avg)
vs 2002 cars average-4% (73% avg)
vs MCC average-3% (72% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A has 72,318 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 162,800 miles for a 22-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

How much does a 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 599cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,740
Per month£145/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A

The 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A is a city car with a 599cc petrol engine. 145 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 76% of 2002 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 72,318 miles at 22 years old, MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A Fuel Costs

The modest 599cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,740 (£145/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

Buying a Used 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A

At 22 years old, the MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Alternatives to the 2002 MCC SMART PASSION SOFTOUCH(RHD)A

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: