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Y888 FAB

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,723 mi
Last recorded8,723 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY888 FAB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 8,723 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 8,473 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 8,301 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 7,855 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 7,464 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 7,464 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 7,068 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 6,683 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 6,443 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 6,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 6,331 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 6,117 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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Y888 FAB is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y888 FAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y888 FAB registered?

Y888 FAB is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is Y888 FAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y888 FAB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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