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LJ03 VYS

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,479 mi
Last recorded40,479 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VYS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2012 40,479 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2011 30,344 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 93,490 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 28,419 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre has a deep crack on the inner wall.

Pass 3 Mar 2009 27,135 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2009 27,135 miles

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

Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 23,842 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 20,327 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 15,694 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 VYS is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VYS, 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 VYS registered?

LJ03 VYS is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is LJ03 VYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 VYS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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