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KW04 VOB

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

88,053 mi
Last recorded88,053 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW04 VOB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Sep 2022 88,053 miles

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

Offside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 84,652 miles

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 82,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 80,731 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 80,703 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)

nearside door mirror glass cracked

rear bumper loose but not insurce

wind srceen washer pump weak

Fail 19 Aug 2016 80,703 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)

nearside door mirror glass cracked

rear bumper loose but not insurce

wind srceen washer pump weak

Pass 8 Apr 2015 78,913 miles

Front bumper insecure

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear bumper insecure

Fail 7 Apr 2015 78,912 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Front bumper insecure

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 21 May 2014 74,522 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 68,251 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 63,933 miles

Both front tyres tread cracking

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside front tyre has cut but not to cord

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2012 63,933 miles

Both front tyres tread cracking

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside front tyre has cut but not to cord

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 May 2011 56,076 miles

Near side front wing damaged but covered with tape

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 48,892 miles

Front brake discs poor condition

Nearside front wing/bumper broken {taped over}

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 41,025 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 30,094 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 20,392 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 20,392 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KW04 VOB is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KW04 VOB, 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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KW04 VOB is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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