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YJ53 FJE

2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,338 mi
Last recorded100,338 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster56,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 FJE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 100,338 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 100,300 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 96,344 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 96,341 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened rear mounting casing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened rear mounting casing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 90,087 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 81,409 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 75,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 75,572 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 72,436 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 72,436 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 72,400 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 72,305 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 72,263 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 70,270 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 66,586 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 May 2011 63,465 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 60,445 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 53,405 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 36,676 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 24,340 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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YJ53 FJE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YJ53 FJE, 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 YJ53 FJE registered?

YJ53 FJE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 26 November 2003.

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