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FX03 ERJ

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

58,468 mi
Last recorded58,468 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 ERJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 May 2026 58,468 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 52,174 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2025 52,174 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front All direction indicators incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 49,465 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 47,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 47,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 47,638 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 46,208 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 44,728 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 42,998 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 40,548 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 40,531 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 40,291 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 39,938 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2013 39,533 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 39,441 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 39,441 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 38,972 miles

both front brake discs corroded on back surfaces

both front tyres becoming low on tread inside edges

Pass 3 Jun 2010 35,256 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 30,470 miles

rear number plate slightly water marked

slight exhaust blow at silencer

Pass 27 Jun 2008 25,960 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 25,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 19,541 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 16,017 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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FX03 ERJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 47,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX03 ERJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX03 ERJ registered?

FX03 ERJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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