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WA53 AAF

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,640 mi
Last recorded59,640 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 AAF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 59,640 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Hub suspension knuckle corrosion

Offside Front Hub suspension knuckle corrosion

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All four shock absorber casings corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 59,635 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Hub suspension knuckle corrosion

Offside Front Hub suspension knuckle corrosion

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All four shock absorber casings corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 59,460 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

general surface rust underside

Fail 24 Oct 2024 59,460 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

general surface rust underside

Pass 26 Oct 2023 59,371 miles

Front General surface corrosion to all suspension components

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 59,304 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 58,951 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 58,479 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 58,473 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPES AT REAR END OF PLASTIC UNDER TRAY. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 57,496 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 55,490 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 52,713 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 49,448 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 46,408 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 43,291 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Sep 2013 39,601 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

sump corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2013 39,601 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

sump corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2012 37,171 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 34,353 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 30,710 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,395 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 22,023 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 17,455 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 11,447 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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WA53 AAF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WA53 AAF, 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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What year was WA53 AAF registered?

WA53 AAF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 10 September 2003.

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