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AM53 FNH

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,239 mi
Last recorded30,239 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 FNH
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 30,239 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear water in lamp

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under side corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2026 30,239 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear water in lamp

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under side corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2025 29,482 miles

Engine sump corroded.

Fuel cap seal perished.

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Underbody of the vehicle including suspension and chassis shows light corrosion, advise to monitor.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 29,482 miles

Engine sump corroded.

Fuel cap seal perished.

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam H7/llb477 fitted. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Underbody of the vehicle including suspension and chassis shows light corrosion, advise to monitor.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 28,663 miles

All brake pipes slightly corroded.

Engine oil sump corroded.

Fuel cap seal perished.

Lower Bottom engine mount has slight movement.

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis by subframe, spring and shock mounts. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis by subframe, spring and shock mounts. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension components show light corrosion, advise to monitor.

Pass 25 Jan 2023 27,501 miles

Engine oil sump corroded.

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis by subframe, spring and shock mounts. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis by subframe, spring and shock mounts. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension components show light corrosion, advise to monitor.

Pass 1 Feb 2022 26,667 miles

Engine oil sump corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2021 26,312 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 26,084 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 26,084 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 23,538 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 23,538 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 20,034 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 17,631 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 16,941 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 16,941 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 15,574 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 14,319 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 13,526 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 12,219 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 11,162 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 8,563 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 5,968 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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AM53 FNH is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 60,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM53 FNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AM53 FNH registered?

AM53 FNH is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 6 October 2003.

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