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SF03 KKX

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,319 mi
Last recorded120,319 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 KKX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 120,319 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2023 71,450 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2023 71,408 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 71,345 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball joint covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 69,394 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 69,393 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 68,083 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 68,083 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 62,618 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 62,618 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 10 May 2011 55,591 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 48,425 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 41,001 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 32,836 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007
Pass 28 Mar 2006 20,610 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
Full Smart (mcc) Cabriolet reliability report

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SF03 KKX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SF03 KKX, 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 SF03 KKX registered?

SF03 KKX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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