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AU03 DDJ

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,725 mi
Last recorded116,725 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 DDJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 116,725 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 113,037 miles

oil leak

rear underside surface rust

Fail 27 Aug 2016 112,931 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (8.2.3)

rear underside surface rust

oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2015 112,036 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 112,002 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 102,535 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 102,490 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2012 94,010 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 93,964 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 84,313 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 71,370 miles

front brake discs and pads look worn

play in nearside front wheel bearing

radiator hose is wearing away on offside front steering rack boot

Fail 15 Jan 2010 70,937 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

front brake discs and pads look worn

play in nearside front wheel bearing

radiator hose is wearing away on offside front steering rack boot

Pass 24 Jan 2009 51,800 miles

both front lower suspension arms , bushes starting to seperate

engine cover catch missing

front brake discs worn

gearbox/diff. oil leaking onto rear suspension bushes

rear shock absorber bushes starting to wear

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 29 Jan 2008 31,015 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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AU03 DDJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AU03 DDJ, 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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AU03 DDJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 18 March 2003.

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