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KW03 TSX

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,382 mi
Last recorded56,382 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 56,382 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 56,379 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 52,956 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 47,385 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 47,385 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working when light switched on (1.2.1b)

Fail 21 May 2015 42,091 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 42,091 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 36,637 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 30,267 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 30,267 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,044 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 25,218 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 21,986 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 20,253 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 18,334 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 14,231 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 TSX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TSX, 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 TSX registered?

KW03 TSX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is KW03 TSX safe to buy?

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