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RX53 VZM

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,843 mi
Last recorded45,843 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 VZM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2009 45,843 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 35,307 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 35,307 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 19 Sep 2007 22,708 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 15,061 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 VZM is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VZM, 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 VZM registered?

RX53 VZM is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is RX53 VZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 VZM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX53 VZM have outstanding finance?

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