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FY03 ZFZ

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,005 mi
Last recorded98,005 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 ZFZ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 98,005 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 95,287 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 92,264 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2019 92,263 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 90,659 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 89,112 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 77,690 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

sump rusty

Fail 11 Nov 2015 77,690 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

sump rusty

Pass 20 Nov 2014 66,699 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 66,699 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 62,092 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 58,391 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 55,387 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 53,441 miles

Both rear brake adjusters are incomplete & brake shoes will de-adjust with use

Both rear wheel cylinders are leaking(noticed on repair work)

Incorrect securing nut on O/S/F lower swivel

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Significant play in steering rack O/S end joint

Fail 20 Aug 2010 53,441 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Incorrect securing nut on O/S/F lower swivel

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Significant play in steering rack O/S end joint

Pass 21 Aug 2009 45,495 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 45,495 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 36,892 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 30,096 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)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 22,954 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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FY03 ZFZ is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY03 ZFZ, 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.

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FY03 ZFZ is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 13 August 2003.

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