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FD03 CLN

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,736 mi
Last recorded81,736 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 CLN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 81,736 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 74,983 miles

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 70,230 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 66,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 59,717 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 59,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 55,425 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

judder from front brakes

Pass 21 Sep 2009 49,165 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 30,679 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

alltyres worn on edges to 2 mm,legal limit 1.6mm

n/s seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2008 30,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

alltyres worn on edges to 2 mm,legal limit 1.6mm

n/s seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2007 22,143 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 22,143 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

BOTH FRONT TYRES CRACKS IN TREAD. O/S/R TYRE CRACKS IN TREAD.

Pass 13 Sep 2006 15,332 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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FD03 CLN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 49,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD03 CLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD03 CLN registered?

FD03 CLN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is FD03 CLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 CLN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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