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MP03 BJJ

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,792 mi
Last recorded91,792 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP03 BJJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 91,792 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 85,960 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 10 Jul 2014 78,477 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 68,535 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 68,226 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 59,133 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 49,793 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 49,793 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 48,389 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 48,389 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 44,145 miles

underbody covered by cover

Fail 22 Aug 2009 44,145 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

underbody covered by cover

Pass 12 Aug 2008 41,811 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 34,834 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 27,445 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
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MP03 BJJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MP03 BJJ, 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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MP03 BJJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 18 August 2003.

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