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KX51 KVO

2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,161 mi
Last recorded61,161 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet53,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 KVO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 61,161 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 61,036 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 56,867 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side wiper blade deterioating

Pass 20 Jun 2014 52,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust tail pipe missing

Fail 19 Jun 2014 52,295 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 20 Jun 2013 46,052 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 40,818 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 36,742 miles

front disc slightly corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2009 32,484 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2009 32,484 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 26,740 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Dec 2008 26,740 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 21,390 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 15,872 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet reliability report

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KX51 KVO is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 53,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX51 KVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 25 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX51 KVO registered?

KX51 KVO is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 3 December 2001.

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