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LJ03 AHE

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

45,223 mi
Last recorded45,223 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 AHE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 45,223 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 45,223 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 2 Mar 2026 45,163 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 44,671 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 44,667 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 43,736 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 42,711 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 42,633 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 41,457 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 39,729 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 38,170 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 36,766 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 35,648 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 35,280 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 35,280 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 33,715 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 32,053 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 31,466 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 31,455 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 29,761 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 27,350 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 24,981 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 24,975 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

front brake discs corroding

offside front coil spring corroding

small stone chips to windscreen

Pass 22 May 2008 22,157 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 19,271 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 15,225 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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LJ03 AHE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LJ03 AHE, 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 LJ03 AHE registered?

LJ03 AHE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 AHE shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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