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MF52 KTG

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests31 (17 pass, 14 fail)
Pass rate54.8%

Mileage

61,110 mi
Last recorded61,110 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 KTG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 14 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 61,110 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2020 61,110 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 61,106 miles

all brake disks corroded

exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 23 Jul 2018 61,098 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 61,081 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 61,081 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2016 60,966 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 60,966 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2015 60,727 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

oil leak

Fail 15 May 2015 60,727 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

oil leak

Fail 17 May 2014 60,481 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 17 May 2014 60,481 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 60,400 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 58,102 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 58,102 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 54,905 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 54,905 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 54,544 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 52,962 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 52,962 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 48,912 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 48,867 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 41,129 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2009 41,129 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 40,423 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 33,509 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 26,400 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 26,302 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 20 Dec 2005 19,377 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 19,377 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 19,362 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1) DANGEROUS

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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MF52 KTG is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.8%.

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 MF52 KTG, 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 MF52 KTG registered?

MF52 KTG is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is MF52 KTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF52 KTG shows 31 tests with a 54.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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