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LJ03 AHN

2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

71,231 mi
Last recorded71,231 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet46,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 AHN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 71,231 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 71,733 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 67,641 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Feb 2016 67,641 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 48,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2014 37,634 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 34,714 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 30,615 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 26,541 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 26,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 24,586 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED UNDERSIDE.

Pass 21 Feb 2009 24,532 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 24,294 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 22,418 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 22,402 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 18,458 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 18,458 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet reliability report

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LJ03 AHN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 46,945 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) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ03 AHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ03 AHN registered?

LJ03 AHN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is LJ03 AHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 AHN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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