CarVerify

Free Car Check

LJ53 ZJK

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,177 mi
Last recorded70,177 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Smart (mcc)
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 ZJK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

All premium checks include

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

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2013 70,177 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 70,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 70,137 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 70,136 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 58,964 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 42,181 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 22,156 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 22,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front & o/s/r tyres weaing on inner edges

Pass 8 Nov 2008 9,849 miles

front brake pads are low

Pass 20 Nov 2007 9,079 miles

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
Full Smart (mcc) Roadster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LJ53 ZJK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZJK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ53 ZJK?

You can check the full history of LJ53 ZJK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LJ53 ZJK registered?

LJ53 ZJK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is LJ53 ZJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 ZJK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ53 ZJK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LJ53 ZJK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.