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173 EKT

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,861 mi
Last recorded55,861 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration173 EKT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 55,861 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland Both front (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 55,356 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 53,873 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 53,088 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2013 51,475 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Oct 2012 44,540 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 34,150 miles

offside rear brake dragging slightly

Pass 30 Jul 2010 15,326 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

both rear tyres cracked

near side front tyre cracked

Pass 3 Sep 2009 14,529 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 13,403 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 13,403 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 12,041 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 10,995 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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173 EKT is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 56,714 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 173 EKT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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173 EKT is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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