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KX03 LVJ

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

48,542 mi
Last recorded48,542 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 LVJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 48,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 44,952 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 40,393 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 37,847 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 37,847 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2014 37,033 miles

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

O/S Front tyre low pressure no visable punctures

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

Pass 28 May 2013 36,271 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 36,271 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 May 2012 35,137 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 35,087 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Horn slightly grating

Pass 13 May 2011 33,065 miles

Front discs slightly corroded

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 13 May 2011 33,065 miles

Front discs slightly corroded

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 10 May 2010 30,129 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 10 May 2010 30,129 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2009 28,409 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 May 2009 28,409 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 May 2008 24,544 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 24,544 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Pass 11 May 2007 19,023 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 19,023 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp aim not completed n/s due to light not working.

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 12,797 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Jun 2006 12,797 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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 LVJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 LVJ, 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 LVJ registered?

KX03 LVJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is KX03 LVJ safe to buy?

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