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KN03 BHP

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,092 mi
Last recorded43,092 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 BHP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 43,092 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 May 2012 43,073 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2011 34,161 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 28,902 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 28,902 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 23,433 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 23,300 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 19,415 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 19,415 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 12,687 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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KN03 BHP is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BHP, 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 BHP registered?

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

Is KN03 BHP safe to buy?

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