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AV52 MZO

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

90,817 mi
Last recorded90,817 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 MZO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2012 90,817 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Jan 2012 90,811 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2011 80,095 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 85,019 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 76,740 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 65,054 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 65,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 54,227 miles

both front tyres have a lowest tread of 3mm

both front wheel bearings developing slight play

nearside rear tyre has a lowest tread of 3.5mm

offside rear tyre has a nail in the outer tread

Fail 31 Jan 2008 54,227 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front tyres have a lowest tread of 3mm

both front wheel bearings developing slight play

nearside rear tyre has a lowest tread of 3.5mm

offside rear tyre has a nail in the outer tread

Pass 29 Jan 2007 42,229 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 30,934 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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AV52 MZO is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 49,183 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) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV52 MZO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV52 MZO registered?

AV52 MZO is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is AV52 MZO safe to buy?

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