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FX53 AVT

2003 Smc Ram

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Smc Ram683 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 AVT
MakeSmc
ModelRam
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017

Central Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 21 Sep 2017

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions All tyres not for road use (4.1.D.1f)

Central Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 Sep 2016
Pass 24 Apr 2015 3,386 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 3,383 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc insecure (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

drive chain is exsseively loose

Pass 8 Oct 2012 56 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 4 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 3 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 4 miles

How Reliable is the Smc Ram?

Based on 574 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
175
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 40
Obligatory mirror missing 13
registration plate missing 12
wheel bearing has excessive play 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
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FX53 AVT is a 2003 Smc Ram in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Smc Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 683 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 Smc Ram fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 AVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smc Ram typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smc Ram is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX53 AVT registered?

FX53 AVT is a 2003 Smc Ram, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is FX53 AVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 AVT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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