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HF53 KTV

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,414 mi
Last recorded56,414 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 KTV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2015 56,414 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 56,413 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 52,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel cap sealing washer perished

nearside front tyre split

offside front tyre split

Fail 3 Jul 2013 52,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel cap sealing washer perished

nearside front tyre split

offside front tyre split

Pass 27 Jun 2012 44,758 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 44,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 38,958 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 37,675 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 37,201 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 36,501 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 36,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 29,916 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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HF53 KTV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HF53 KTV, 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

How do I check the history of HF53 KTV?

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What year was HF53 KTV registered?

HF53 KTV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is HF53 KTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 KTV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF53 KTV have outstanding finance?

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