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PO53 JZE

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,880 mi
Last recorded47,880 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 JZE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2021 47,880 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 46,320 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 43,171 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 40,869 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 38,530 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 38,517 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 36,749 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 33,748 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 33,736 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 30,790 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 21,754 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 20,539 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,215 miles

O/S REAR TYRE CRACKING ON INNER WALL

Fail 28 Oct 2010 18,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

O/S REAR TYRE CRACKING ON INNER WALL

Pass 19 Oct 2009 15,257 miles

petrol cap rubber cracking

Pass 29 Oct 2008 12,871 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 10,703 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 9,455 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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PO53 JZE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PO53 JZE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO53 JZE registered?

PO53 JZE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is PO53 JZE safe to buy?

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