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WA03 UDD

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

81,562 mi
Last recorded81,562 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 UDD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 81,562 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under vehicle general corrosion

Pass 28 Sep 2021 80,465 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 79,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 76,081 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 69,446 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 69,446 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 67,571 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 67,571 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 55,664 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 55,664 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 46,723 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 46,723 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 36,133 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 36,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 29,275 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 29,275 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 23,938 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2008 23,938 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 18,474 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 14,359 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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WA03 UDD is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 49,183 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA03 UDD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WA03 UDD is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 22 July 2003.

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