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GN53 BFZ

2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

84,416 mi
Last recorded84,416 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)61,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 BFZ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 84,416 miles

both rear tyres showing signs of perishing

nsf tyre showing signs of perishing

Fail 2 Dec 2013 84,416 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres showing signs of perishing

nsf tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 1 Dec 2012 54,462 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2012 54,462 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 29,475 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Dec 2011 29,475 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 22,211 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 22,211 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2009 16,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

front and rear tyres have cracking inside tread patern and also on side walls strongly recomend tyres changed

Pass 31 Mar 2009 16,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside 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)

front and rear tyres have cracking inside tread patern and also on side walls strongly recomend tyres changed

Pass 7 Sep 2007 8,747 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 5,775 miles

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

Based on 16,874 MOT tests across 995 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
3,991
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 456
Stop lamp not working 339
position lamp(s) not working 331
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 299
Brake pipe excessively corroded 297
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GN53 BFZ is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 61,160 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 BFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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GN53 BFZ is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 5 September 2003.

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