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LJ03 KDV

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,452 mi
Last recorded60,452 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 KDV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 60,452 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 59,855 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 59,414 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 58,896 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 58,896 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 57,955 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 57,184 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 56,069 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 53,696 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 53,696 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 50,877 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 47,932 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 44,854 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly cracked (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 41,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 38,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2012 34,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2011 30,493 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 27,091 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 22,975 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 19,307 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 15,843 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 12,517 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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LJ03 KDV 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 90.9%.

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 LJ03 KDV, 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 LJ03 KDV registered?

LJ03 KDV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is LJ03 KDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 KDV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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