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KS03 DZN

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,034 mi
Last recorded72,034 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 DZN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 72,034 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 71,327 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre close to limit and perishing

Offside front tyre perishing

Oil leak

Fail 10 Sep 2013 71,325 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre close to limit and perishing

Offside front tyre perishing

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2012 67,945 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

srs light on

Fail 11 Sep 2012 67,937 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

srs light on

Pass 1 Aug 2011 60,650 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside rear tyre is cracked on inner tyre wall

Pass 27 Aug 2010 51,072 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 51,072 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 47,378 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 42,633 miles

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

Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 35,280 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 26,856 miles

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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KS03 DZN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KS03 DZN, 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

How do I check the history of KS03 DZN?

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What year was KS03 DZN registered?

KS03 DZN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is KS03 DZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 DZN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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