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LJ53 EZX

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

84,720 mi
Last recorded84,720 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 EZX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 84,720 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 84,719 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 82,513 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 82,513 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 80,631 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 79,589 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 77,071 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 75,506 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 74,432 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 74,431 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 72,508 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight. (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight. (3.6.B.4d)

Slight seep of engine oil, from engine.

Pass 17 Dec 2014 70,742 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 65,571 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front screen swept areas including zone "a" show surface scratches.

fuel sealing rubber is perished/cracked.

off and near side front brake discs show wear.

Pass 4 Dec 2012 57,195 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 47,169 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 47,169 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 40,125 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 38,145 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 33,505 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 29,685 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 29,683 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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LJ53 EZX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 56,714 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 EZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LJ53 EZX registered?

LJ53 EZX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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