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BU03 YYL

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,056 mi
Last recorded49,056 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 YYL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2017 49,056 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 49,056 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 46,930 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 46,930 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 44,899 miles

Offside Front Fog Lamp Not Working.

Offside Front Tyre Getting Low On Tread And Perishing Slightly.

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 42,747 miles

Offside Front Fog Lamp Not Working.

Fail 15 Jan 2014 42,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake Binding Slightly.

Offside Front Fog Lamp Not Working.

Pass 29 Jan 2013 40,614 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 40,614 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 38,140 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 38,140 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 35,188 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2011 35,188 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 31,966 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 27,646 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 20,946 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 14,790 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 9,064 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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BU03 YYL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BU03 YYL, 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 BU03 YYL registered?

BU03 YYL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is BU03 YYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 YYL shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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