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KN03 BHF

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

99,975 mi
Last recorded99,975 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 BHF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 99,975 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2018 99,973 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 94,358 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S AND O/S (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2017 94,358 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S AND O/S (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 88,400 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 88,400 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 87,320 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 87,320 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 81,425 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 78,380 miles

offside rear tyre has small cut in outer side wall

Pass 26 Apr 2012 74,375 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 74,217 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 65,146 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 63,571 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low

rear number plate discolouring

Fail 21 Apr 2010 63,571 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre wearing low

rear number plate discolouring

Pass 2 Apr 2009 57,535 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 50,540 miles

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

n/s fr tyre and o/s rear close to legal limit

Pass 30 Mar 2007 38,733 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 38,733 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 27,156 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 27,155 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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KN03 BHF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 KN03 BHF, 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 KN03 BHF registered?

KN03 BHF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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