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LJ03 OVL

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,463 mi
Last recorded65,463 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 65,463 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Both sides (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 64,315 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 64,315 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 60,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scored (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 56,735 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 56,672 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 56,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 55,607 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 52,641 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 48,540 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 44,620 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2017 44,620 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 41,600 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 39,632 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 36,007 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 31,072 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer slightly cracked

Pass 6 Jun 2012 27,752 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 6 Jun 2012 27,752 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 24,399 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 21,558 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 19,113 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 16,565 miles

advise both nearside wheel rims slight misshape

advise rear number plate

Fail 30 May 2008 16,548 miles

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

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

advise both nearside wheel rims slight misshape

advise rear number plate

Pass 1 Jun 2007 14,926 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 12,713 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 OVL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OVL, 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 OVL registered?

LJ03 OVL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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