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FX53 FXA

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,611 mi
Last recorded16,611 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 FXA
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 16,611 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 16,102 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine sump very rusty

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 8 Mar 2024 15,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective main beam lens glass cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four slightly perished, and over 20 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 15,164 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective main beam lens glass cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 14,305 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 14,304 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 13,838 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 13,838 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 11,160 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 8,373 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 8,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 4,660 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly damaged alloy rim, but not allowing side wall of tyre to buldge (4.2.A.1a)

plastic under tray fitted covering mot-able items and prescribed areas

Pass 31 Mar 2016 1,845 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 1,724 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 1,527 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 1,494 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 1,433 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 1,389 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 1,071 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 10,032 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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FX53 FXA is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 60,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 FXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX53 FXA?

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What year was FX53 FXA registered?

FX53 FXA is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is FX53 FXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 FXA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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