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LK03 JPV

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

776,347 mi
Last recorded776,347 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2010
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 JPV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2010 776,347 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 75,768 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 58,949 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2009 58,949 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 39,551 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 39,551 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 29,683 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 29,683 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both rear tyres have side wall damage but not down to the cords but would advise replacement soon 205/45/hr/16

Pass 27 Jun 2006 22,252 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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LK03 JPV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 56,714 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) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK03 JPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK03 JPV registered?

LK03 JPV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is LK03 JPV safe to buy?

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