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MV03 CHZ

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,123 mi
Last recorded48,123 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 CHZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2011 48,123 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 45,321 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2009 42,176 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 39,773 miles

Front tyres wearing unevenly on inside edges

Fail 1 Jul 2008 39,773 miles

Front tyres wearing unevenly on inside edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 37,686 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 37,686 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 23,679 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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MV03 CHZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MV03 CHZ, 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

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What year was MV03 CHZ registered?

MV03 CHZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 2 July 2003.

Is MV03 CHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 CHZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MV03 CHZ have outstanding finance?

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