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SF53 JKV

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,645 mi
Last recorded85,645 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 JKV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 85,645 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

sump corroded

Pass 20 May 2019 82,110 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2019 82,110 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 66,742 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 56,510 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Nov 2016 56,509 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm + worn smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2015 45,316 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 30,298 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 28,568 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres are slightly perished

Pass 6 Nov 2012 27,381 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre is slightly perished

nearside rear tyre is slightly perished

offside front tyre is slightly perished

offside rear tyre is slightly perished

Pass 8 Nov 2011 26,599 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 25,689 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs corroded/deteriorated

Pass 10 Nov 2009 25,017 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 22,703 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 20,431 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 18,281 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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SF53 JKV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SF53 JKV, 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.

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SF53 JKV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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