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JH53 KAH

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,766 mi
Last recorded65,766 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJH53 KAH
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 65,766 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 65,766 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 65,478 miles

Slight Brake Bind Offside Rear

Pass 19 Apr 2017 64,586 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 61,495 miles

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Aug 2012 60,197 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 60,197 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2011 58,183 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 49,617 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 41,817 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 41,817 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 33,777 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 26,246 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 26,246 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 19,247 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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JH53 KAH is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 JH53 KAH, 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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JH53 KAH is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 3 September 2003.

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