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LK03 LOA

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,163 mi
Last recorded105,163 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 LOA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 105,163 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Dec 2014 105,162 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 101,071 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Front brake discs worn and in poor condition.

Hazard switch faulty.

Steering lock faulty.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2013 97,168 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 97,168 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 92,371 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 85,565 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 85,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 77,210 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside registration plate lamp lens has a temporary repair effected

Pass 15 Dec 2008 70,331 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 69,408 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 69,408 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 61,102 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 58,255 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

fuel cap starting to perrish

Pass 6 Mar 2006 58,255 miles

fuel cap starting to perrish

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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LK03 LOA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LK03 LOA, 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 LK03 LOA registered?

LK03 LOA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is LK03 LOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK03 LOA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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