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KX03 LZC

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026
Fail 27 Apr 2026 103,725 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective O-Ring cracked (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 92,991 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 19 May 2025 92,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 90,311 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 89,270 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 88,453 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 88,451 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 86,951 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 85,398 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 81,554 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 77,100 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 71,099 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 65,525 miles

Both rear shock absorber bushes deteriorated

N/s/r tyre worn to service limits

O/s/f tyre worn unevenly

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

Plastic trays and covers preventing full exmaination

Stone chips to front windscreen

Pass 30 Mar 2015 59,224 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 56,843 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 54,698 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 50,858 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 46,742 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 41,964 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 35,741 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,167 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 15,913 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 7,838 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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KX03 LZC is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LZC, 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 LZC registered?

KX03 LZC is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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The MOT history for KX03 LZC shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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