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LX03 FKS

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,138 mi
Last recorded42,138 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 FKS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 42,138 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 37,691 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 33,564 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 31,248 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 31,248 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 29,150 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 27,189 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 23,530 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 19,731 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre inner starting to deteriate

rear numberplate deteriating

Pass 30 Mar 2012 18,109 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,190 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 15,249 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 14,170 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 12,316 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 10,597 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 10,595 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 9,554 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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LX03 FKS is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LX03 FKS, 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 LX03 FKS registered?

LX03 FKS is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LX03 FKS safe to buy?

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