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SW03 PSW

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

99,542 mi
Last recorded99,542 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 PSW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 99,542 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 93,572 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 90,640 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 83,789 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 76,010 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 73,998 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 68,663 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 62,413 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jul 2012 62,194 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2011 55,076 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wheel bearings feel slightly rough threw spring,but do not sound rough

Pass 9 Aug 2010 49,563 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 44,108 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 38,247 miles

unable to carry out full underbody inspection as covered in plastic shields

Pass 22 Oct 2007 29,429 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 29,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 20,642 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 20,598 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SW03 PSW is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SW03 PSW, 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 SW03 PSW registered?

SW03 PSW is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is SW03 PSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW03 PSW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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