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MX03 XJF

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,897 mi
Last recorded54,897 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 XJF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 54,897 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play on both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 50,476 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 48,614 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 48,090 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 46,541 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 42,706 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 42,706 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Fail 14 May 2013 36,942 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2013 36,942 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 35,275 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 35,275 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 33,910 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 31,975 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 31,951 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 28,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 28,540 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 22,496 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,496 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 17,197 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 13,295 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 10,339 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 XJF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 XJF, 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 XJF registered?

MX03 XJF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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