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MX03 XHV

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

44,059 mi
Last recorded44,059 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 XHV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 44,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 44,052 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel first press (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached fouling body work neaerside sill (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 40,753 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 39,332 miles

covers fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2021 37,326 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 35,042 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 32,719 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 30,970 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 28,711 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 25,718 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 23,959 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 23,959 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 22,378 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 20,659 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,373 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,699 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 14,786 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 13,630 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 11,895 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 10,351 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 7,753 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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MX03 XHV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 49,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX03 XHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX03 XHV registered?

MX03 XHV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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