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LE53 HHZ

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Orange Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,410 mi
Last recorded101,410 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE53 HHZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 101,410 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 99,917 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 99,917 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 98,648 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2020 98,648 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 98,849 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 94,998 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 94,998 miles

Nearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 93,664 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 93,664 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 91,966 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 90,538 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 87,926 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing low inner edge

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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LE53 HHZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Orange with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LE53 HHZ, 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 LE53 HHZ registered?

LE53 HHZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LE53 HHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE53 HHZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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