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KW03 TFV

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

72,191 mi
Last recorded72,191 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 TFV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 72,191 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 72,188 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 68,678 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has splits (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has splits (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2024 68,678 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has splits (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has splits (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 May 2023 65,013 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 64,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 63,211 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 61,430 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 57,370 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 55,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 55,281 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 53,334 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 53,308 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 50,294 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2012 43,660 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 31,617 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 30,166 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 27,183 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 23,118 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 18,140 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 14,720 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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KW03 TFV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KW03 TFV, 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 KW03 TFV registered?

KW03 TFV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is KW03 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW03 TFV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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