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FX53 FWZ

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

103,020 mi
Last recorded103,020 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 FWZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 103,020 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 102,891 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 102,387 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 102,169 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 101,272 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 100,918 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 100,456 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 99,741 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 98,964 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 97,691 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 95,964 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 95,273 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 93,707 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 92,298 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 89,341 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 83,431 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 71,847 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 71,847 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2006 53,682 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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FX53 FWZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FX53 FWZ, 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 FX53 FWZ registered?

FX53 FWZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is FX53 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 FWZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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