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LJ53 DMX

2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

52,259 mi
Last recorded52,259 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)61,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 DMX
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 52,259 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 17 May 2022 52,236 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 46,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine oil leak?

Fail 16 Jul 2019 46,071 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine oil leak?

Pass 17 Jul 2018 42,902 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 39,541 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 39,541 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Side repeater incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 35,613 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 35,613 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 31,087 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Recommend rear brake inspection, clean annd adjust shoes and check condition of drums and wheel cylinders.

Road tax has expired at end of September 2013.

Service recommended.

Fail 1 Oct 2013 31,020 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel cap seal perishing.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Recommend rear brake inspection, clean annd adjust shoes and check condition of drums and wheel cylinders.

Service recommended.

Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,812 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 27,261 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 25,584 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2010 25,531 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 24,091 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 22,934 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 21,831 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 21,831 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 19,065 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 16,874 MOT tests across 995 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
3,991
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 456
Stop lamp not working 339
position lamp(s) not working 331
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 299
Brake pipe excessively corroded 297
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LJ53 DMX is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 61,160 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 Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 DMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ53 DMX is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 27 September 2003.

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