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FX03 ETJ

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

101,602 mi
Last recorded101,602 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 101,602 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 101,266 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 100,730 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 100,334 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 99,477 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 98,550 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 96,770 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 94,460 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 92,439 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 92,414 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 May 2016 88,357 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 84,353 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 May 2014 79,809 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 74,773 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres starting to distort

Fail 21 May 2013 74,953 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres starting to distort

Pass 1 Nov 2011 67,354 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 61,436 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 55,346 miles

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

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

sump pan rusty (oil leak)

Fail 2 Nov 2009 55,346 miles

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

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

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

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

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

sump pan rusty (oil leak)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 43,796 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 31,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 31,777 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 22,320 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 ETJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 ETJ, 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

How do I check the history of FX03 ETJ?

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What year was FX03 ETJ registered?

FX03 ETJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is FX03 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 ETJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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