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KU52 OGN

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

106,964 mi
Last recorded106,964 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 OGN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 106,964 miles

engine light on

Fail 22 May 2018 106,964 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced sidelight interacts with brake light (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

engine light on

Fail 5 May 2018 106,834 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 May 2017 86,316 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 86,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 74,637 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 69,990 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 69,990 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 63,432 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 55,578 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 49,620 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 42,172 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 42,172 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 38,194 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 38,192 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 32,195 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 27,790 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 27,790 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 24,528 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 21,017 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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KU52 OGN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet 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) 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 KU52 OGN, 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 KU52 OGN registered?

KU52 OGN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 14 February 2003.

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