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VX53 BTE

2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,084 mi
Last recorded43,084 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)60,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 BTE
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2013 43,084 miles

all four tyres slightly cracking

Pass 27 Sep 2012 40,726 miles

all tyres cracking/splitting badley around circumference of tread

Pass 10 Oct 2011 36,311 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 35,010 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 29,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

damage front of car

Pass 6 Oct 2009 29,502 miles

damage front of car

Pass 22 Sep 2008 22,977 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 19,530 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 19,530 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 17,054 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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VX53 BTE is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VX53 BTE, 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 VX53 BTE registered?

VX53 BTE is a 2003 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is VX53 BTE safe to buy?

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