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KX03 LPA

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

99,858 mi
Last recorded99,858 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 99,858 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 99,858 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 99,672 miles

Central STOP LIGHT MISSING

Pass 20 Aug 2018 99,434 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 98,898 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 97,447 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 92,700 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 88,476 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 84,625 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal cracking

Fail 4 Sep 2012 84,621 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 9 Aug 2011
Pass 17 Aug 2010 65,184 miles

HI LEVEL BRAKE LAMP HAS AN L.E.D BLOWN

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

REAR CAB SCREEN DAMAGED

REAR LAMP CRACKED O/S/R

Pass 28 Aug 2009 47,181 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 47,181 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Aug 2008 33,846 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise:front brake pads 80% worn

Pass 26 Aug 2008 33,846 miles

advise:front brake pads 80% worn

Pass 23 Aug 2007 20,583 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 20,646 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre splitting around inner sidewall

Fail 6 Aug 2007 20,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

o/s side repeater lamp cracked.

n/s/r tyre wall splitting on inner edge.

Pass 17 Aug 2006 9,201 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 9,201 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 8,876 miles

metal object in tread, offside rear tyre.

plastic trays fitted to underside of vehicle.

plastic trims fitted to offside and nearside outer sill panels.

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 LPA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX03 LPA registered?

KX03 LPA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is KX03 LPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX03 LPA shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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