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KS03 EHL

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

62,745 mi
Last recorded62,745 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 EHL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 62,745 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 62,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 59,380 miles

nearside rear tyre worn close to limit

Pass 20 Jan 2017 55,086 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

nearside rear tyre sidewall has a cut in but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

nearside/offside front brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2016 52,562 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 52,557 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 50,241 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 50,229 miles

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 47,358 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 47,358 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 45,629 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 45,629 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 44,164 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 44,164 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 41,717 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Sep 2011 41,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2010 36,087 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 27,581 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 16,424 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 5,245 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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KS03 EHL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 47,556 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) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS03 EHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS03 EHL registered?

KS03 EHL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 14 August 2003.

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The MOT history for KS03 EHL shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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