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FX03 EPE

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,819 mi
Last recorded86,819 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 EPE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 86,819 miles

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Fail 22 May 2025 86,819 miles

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 85,974 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 83,834 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 83,819 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 82,342 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 82,342 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 81,290 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 78,379 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 78,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 75,548 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 74,211 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 72,555 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

handbrake cables bulging with corrosion

Pass 14 Jun 2013 71,120 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 70,844 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 70,844 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 66,651 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 60,578 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 49,489 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 48,544 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 37,026 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 37,026 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 26,054 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 25,740 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 May 2006 20,437 miles

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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FX03 EPE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FX03 EPE, 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 FX03 EPE registered?

FX03 EPE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is FX03 EPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 EPE shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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