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MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-A (2002)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 33 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

55%

Total Tests (2024)

33

Avg Mileage

86,601 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,740

Is the 2002 MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-A reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 27 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MCC brand average of 72%.

At 22 years old, 55% of MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-As from 2002 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 33 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 86,601 miles.

How does the 2002 MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-A compare?

Rank among all 2002 cars399th out of 403(top 99%)
Rank among all MCC models16th out of 17(top 94%)
vs national average-27% (82% avg)
vs 2002 cars average-18% (73% avg)
vs MCC average-17% (72% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2002 MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-A has 86,601 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 162,800 miles for a 22-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2002 MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-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 PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-A

The 2002 MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-A is a city car with a 599cc petrol engine. 33 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2002 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 86,601 miles at 22 years old, MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2002 MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-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 PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-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 55% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

Buying a Used 2002 MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-A

At 22 years old, the MCC SMART PURE SOFTIP(RHD) S-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. Note: with only 33 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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