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KS03 FHJ

2003 Smart City Passion 61 Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

120,057 mi
Last recorded120,057 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart City Passion 61 Auto49,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 FHJ
MakeSmart
ModelCity Passion 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 120,057 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 120,057 miles

Stop lamp not working both side (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 113,269 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 15 Jan 2016 107,151 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 107,136 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 97,413 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 91,265 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2013 90,968 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 87,374 miles

air bag light on

Pass 21 Jun 2011 82,142 miles

Air bag warning light on

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

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

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

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

Rear wiper split

Slight play in O/S front shock

Pass 30 Jun 2010 76,630 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2010 76,630 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 72,300 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 63,026 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 52,420 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 41,118 miles

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

rear no; plate getting dirty

How Reliable is the Smart City Passion 61 Auto?

Based on 27,463 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
3,301
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Stop lamp not working 641
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 436
Headlamp aim too low 432
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 411
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KS03 FHJ is a 2003 Smart City Passion 61 Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Passion 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 49,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Passion 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 681 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS03 FHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Passion 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart City Passion 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KS03 FHJ registered?

KS03 FHJ is a 2003 Smart City Passion 61 Auto, first registered on 8 July 2003.

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