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EU53 RUJ

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,444 mi
Last recorded86,444 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 RUJ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2010 86,444 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 86,444 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 76,984 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 67,258 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Aug 2008 67,258 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 45,639 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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EU53 RUJ is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EU53 RUJ, 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 EU53 RUJ registered?

EU53 RUJ is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is EU53 RUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 RUJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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