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FX53 FXD

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,835 mi
Last recorded96,835 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 FXD
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 96,835 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 96,630 miles

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2022 95,101 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 95,101 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid water added to washer bottle to pass test (3.5 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 92,609 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 92,608 miles

Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front of engine mount rubber split (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 90,292 miles

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 90,261 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 87,910 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 5 Apr 2019 87,910 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 9 Apr 2018 84,812 miles

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

rear shocks corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2017 81,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 77,814 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked and perished outer sidewall

Fail 6 Apr 2016 77,814 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre cracked and perished outer sidewall

Pass 22 Apr 2015 73,520 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 69,856 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 68,873 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 65,149 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 65,138 miles

slight play in both top shock abs mountings

Pass 13 Feb 2010 57,273 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 51,003 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 38,763 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 30,606 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 28,152 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 26,236 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 26,236 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 FXD is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FXD, 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

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What year was FX53 FXD registered?

FX53 FXD is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is FX53 FXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 FXD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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