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RX53 VYR

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

84,267 mi
Last recorded84,267 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 VYR
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 84,267 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2025 84,266 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Pad liner detached (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Pad liner ditched (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Sep 2024 83,411 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 82,867 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 81,639 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 78,158 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 71,639 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 71,638 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 64,082 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 52,511 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 44,954 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 42,369 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 41,476 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 40,361 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 40,361 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 38,647 miles

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

n/s outer bulb on high level stop not working

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Mar 2012 38,432 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 32,974 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 29,204 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 28,286 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 26,791 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 18,223 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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RX53 VYR is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 60,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX53 VYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX53 VYR registered?

RX53 VYR is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is RX53 VYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 VYR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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