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DA03 TXJ

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,265 mi
Last recorded75,265 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 TXJ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 75,265 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 71,498 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 51,296 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 49,375 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 4 Sep 2012 49,375 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 48,759 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 46,322 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 46,317 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 42,867 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 42,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 33,231 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 33,231 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 30,356 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 25,214 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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DA03 TXJ is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) 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 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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA03 TXJ, 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 DA03 TXJ registered?

DA03 TXJ is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is DA03 TXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 TXJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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