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LF52 VBP

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,627 mi
Last recorded41,627 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 VBP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2015 41,627 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 41,627 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 36,962 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 35,194 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

both front tyres cracking/perished

Fail 29 Apr 2013 35,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

both front tyres cracking/perished

Fail 2 Mar 2012 28,825 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 28,825 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 24,631 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 23,193 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 20,661 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 18,130 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 14,413 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 11,723 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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LF52 VBP is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LF52 VBP, 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 LF52 VBP registered?

LF52 VBP is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is LF52 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 VBP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF52 VBP have outstanding finance?

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