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FD03 CKE

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

66,555 mi
Last recorded66,555 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 CKE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2010 66,555 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 66,555 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2009 56,695 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 56,695 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 44,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 44,672 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 40,130 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 36,019 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 36,019 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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FD03 CKE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 56,714 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 (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD03 CKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD03 CKE registered?

FD03 CKE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is FD03 CKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 CKE shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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