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MF52 KTV

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

75,869 mi
Last recorded75,869 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 KTV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 75,869 miles

under body sufuce corrosion

Pass 31 Oct 2024 75,409 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

corrosion evident underside suspension etc

Pass 19 Oct 2023 74,761 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 73,614 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 72,950 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 72,946 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 71,920 miles

exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 15 Oct 2019 71,418 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 70,648 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 69,701 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 68,574 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 67,187 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 65,794 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 64,396 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 64,396 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2012 62,999 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 60,393 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 58,401 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2010 58,401 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 48,367 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 29,773 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

off side rear tyre slightly cracked on tread

Pass 16 Apr 2008 27,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 25,078 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 22,928 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 22,870 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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 KTV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 MF52 KTV, 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

How do I check the history of MF52 KTV?

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What year was MF52 KTV registered?

MF52 KTV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is MF52 KTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF52 KTV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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