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K8 BJA

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

16,858 mi
Last recorded16,858 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 BJA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 16,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 16,774 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw to centre tread ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres showing signs of age related cracking to tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 16,620 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 16,498 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 16,498 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 16,406 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 16,392 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 16,370 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 16,213 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 16,213 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 16,050 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 15,847 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 15,671 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 15,591 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 15,442 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 15,290 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 14,996 miles

rear number plate surface starting to ripple

Pass 4 Nov 2010 14,457 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 12,844 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 11,482 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 11,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 10,072 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 9,171 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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K8 BJA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 56,714 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K8 BJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K8 BJA registered?

K8 BJA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is K8 BJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 BJA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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