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RX53 JBV

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

66,311 mi
Last recorded66,311 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 JBV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 66,311 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 66,193 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 66,129 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 66,850 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 65,660 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 65,489 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 65,193 miles

all brake pipes front and rear have slight rusting

Pass 11 Apr 2018 64,900 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 64,748 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 64,468 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 63,813 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 63,257 miles

ALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED , ADVISE ASSESSED TO BE OK AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 28 Mar 2013 62,762 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 62,513 miles

BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO RUST

Pass 24 Jan 2011 61,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in both front anti-roll bar links

Fail 30 Dec 2010 61,549 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 4 Jan 2010 53,134 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 53,134 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 44,005 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 34,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 34,622 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 25,982 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 25,982 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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RX53 JBV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RX53 JBV, 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 RX53 JBV registered?

RX53 JBV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is RX53 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 JBV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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