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KG52 VDK

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

35,705 mi
Last recorded35,705 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG52 VDK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,705 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across rear sub/frame (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre perished

Fail 22 Apr 2016 35,705 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across rear sub/frame (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 24 Apr 2015 33,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2015 33,990 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 33,450 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 31,474 miles

slight play in steering column upper support bearing

Fail 2 Jul 2012 79,229 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

slight play in steering column upper support bearing

Pass 7 Jul 2011 29,653 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 7 Jul 2011 29,653 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 7 Jul 2010 27,281 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 27,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 24,806 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 24,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 21,061 miles

drivers seat belt twisted

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 30 Jun 2008 21,061 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

drivers seat belt twisted

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 10 Mar 2007 12,708 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 11,044 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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KG52 VDK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 KG52 VDK, 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.

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What year was KG52 VDK registered?

KG52 VDK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 29 January 2003.

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The MOT history for KG52 VDK shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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