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KX03 LKJ

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,421 mi
Last recorded81,421 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 LKJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2020 81,421 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 78,584 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (casing corroded) (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Oct 2019 78,584 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (casing corroded) (5.3.2 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Sep 2019 78,204 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front both shock absorber casing corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2019 76,333 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 76,333 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 68,143 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 6 Feb 2018 68,143 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 67,914 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 67,451 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 67,451 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 65,975 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust mainfold stud snapped not blowing

Fail 7 Jul 2014 65,975 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust mainfold stud snapped not blowing

Pass 24 Jan 2013 62,465 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 58,097 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 54,542 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 49,904 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 44,593 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 38,293 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 32,817 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

long brake pedal..

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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KX03 LKJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KX03 LKJ, 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 KX03 LKJ registered?

KX03 LKJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 6 March 2003.

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The MOT history for KX03 LKJ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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