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BU53 EZP

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

98,899 mi
Last recorded98,899 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 EZP
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 98,899 miles

gearbox mount worn

rear engine mount worn leaking fluid

Pass 25 Jul 2022 97,277 miles

Fuel cap sill slightly perished

Nearside Rear Upper Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 98,141 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 94,479 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 60,852 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside rear lower shock bushes are deteriorating (5.3.2 (c))

oil residue turbo & inter cooler area's

Pass 2 Oct 2018 52,137 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 43,270 miles

all tyres cracking and perishing 185-55-r15 h continental

Pass 5 Oct 2016 39,757 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 39,757 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 38,633 miles

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

both front tyres perished

Pass 8 Nov 2013 38,429 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 37,054 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 35,694 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 33,348 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 29,556 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brakes imbalanced sugest inspection/repair

Pass 11 Nov 2008 26,107 miles

rear tyres approaching wear bars

Fail 19 Nov 2007 22,310 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

offside dipped beam slightly dim

Pass 19 Nov 2007 22,310 miles

offside dipped beam slightly dim

Pass 6 Nov 2006 19,993 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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BU53 EZP is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BU53 EZP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 EZP registered?

BU53 EZP is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 17 September 2003.

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