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BU03 OLJ

2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,105 mi
Last recorded89,105 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet47,258 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 OLJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 89,105 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 84,402 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 81,672 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 78,861 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 76,667 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 73,633 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 70,705 miles

full under tray fitted

Fail 2 Jul 2009 67,357 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Oil leak

front stub axles slight corrosion

full undertray fitted

offside front wheel bearing slight roughness in need of replacement

Pass 2 Jul 2009 67,357 miles

Oil leak

front stub axles slight corrosion

full undertray fitted

offside front wheel bearing slight roughness in need of replacement

Pass 1 Aug 2008 62,336 miles

front brake discs are wearing and have slight lip need to be checked fully at some point

Pass 6 Jul 2007 52,395 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 52,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 42,538 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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BU03 OLJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 47,258 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 OLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 OLJ registered?

BU03 OLJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is BU03 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 OLJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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