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KE53 AMK

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,973 mi
Last recorded125,973 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 AMK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 125,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 125,800 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to 2mm tread wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 125,405 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 125,027 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 124,652 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 124,198 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 123,711 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 123,281 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Sep 2012 122,401 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 122,401 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 120,870 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 118,897 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 118,897 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 117,166 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 117,166 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 102,853 miles

nearside rearview mirror glass cracked

side windows possibly illegal due to strength of tint

Fail 6 Sep 2008 102,853 miles

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

nearside rearview mirror glass cracked

side windows possibly illegal due to strength of tint

Pass 15 Sep 2007 79,821 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 58,898 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear tyres close to the legal limit

Pass 18 Sep 2006 58,898 miles

rear tyres close to the legal limit

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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KE53 AMK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 56,714 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE53 AMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE53 AMK registered?

KE53 AMK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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