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X88 LDE

2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

12,760 mi
Last recorded12,760 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet47,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX88 LDE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 12,760 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 12,443 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 12,191 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 11,817 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 11,576 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 11,177 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 10,851 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 10,464 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 10,087 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 9,329 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 8,927 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 8,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 8,510 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 7,982 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 7,645 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 7,187 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 6,260 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 5,130 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 3,634 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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X88 LDE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 47,258 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X88 LDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X88 LDE?

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What year was X88 LDE registered?

X88 LDE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is X88 LDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X88 LDE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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