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GX03 NTL

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

105,825 mi
Last recorded105,825 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 NTL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 105,825 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 97,776 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 88,532 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre deteriorated

Fail 2 Oct 2017 88,413 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

BOTH FRONT TYRES DETERIORATED

Brake pipe slightly corroded ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 84,904 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Oct 2016 84,904 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 84,893 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 82,910 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 81,391 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 75,327 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

sump quite corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2012 62,412 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 10 Mar 2011 51,459 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 43,681 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 33,104 miles

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

slight binding on offside front brake

Pass 6 Mar 2008 22,552 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 16,287 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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GX03 NTL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GX03 NTL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX03 NTL registered?

GX03 NTL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 13 March 2003.

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