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GM03 MUZ

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

73,888 mi
Last recorded73,888 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 MUZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 73,888 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

discs rusty appears to be stood

Pass 7 Jul 2021 73,053 miles

Front discs have slight corrosion ( vehicle been stood )

huge under tray fitted obscuring vision

Pass 27 Oct 2017 73,032 miles

large under tray fitted unable to fully inspect some components

Pass 27 Oct 2016 72,914 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 72,510 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 72,286 miles

Offside Front 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 5 Aug 2013 71,625 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2013 71,582 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 19 Jul 2013 71,457 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 67,132 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011
Fail 18 Jul 2011

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2010 52,490 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 52,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 27,275 miles

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

Underside inspection limited due to plastic guards.

Water under carpet in boot suggests leak on roof.

Pass 10 Jul 2007 22,565 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 17,635 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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GM03 MUZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GM03 MUZ, 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.

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What year was GM03 MUZ registered?

GM03 MUZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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