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KV53 LCJ

2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,093 mi
Last recorded119,093 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)61,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 LCJ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 119,093 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 119,093 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 115,874 miles

Corrosion to front shock absorbers

Corrosion to o/s/r steel brake pipe

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

General corrosion to rear subframe and components

Horn function tempremental

Plastic trays and colours preventing full examination

Some drag to o/s/r brake

Stone chips to front windscreen

Pass 3 Jul 2013 112,347 miles

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

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

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

n/s/f flasher top glass lens damaged

Pass 22 May 2012 108,777 miles

nearside front sidelight and indicator lense damaged

offside rear inner wheel rim buckled

Pass 6 Jun 2011 102,604 miles

nearside front side light lense damaged

Pass 11 May 2010 97,834 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 92,180 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 85,198 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 74,746 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 74,732 miles

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

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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 16,874 MOT tests across 995 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
3,991
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 456
Stop lamp not working 339
position lamp(s) not working 331
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 299
Brake pipe excessively corroded 297
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KV53 LCJ is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 61,160 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV53 LCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KV53 LCJ registered?

KV53 LCJ is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 28 October 2003.

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The MOT history for KV53 LCJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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