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BU53 ZBY

2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

129,121 mi
Last recorded129,121 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)61,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ZBY
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 129,121 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 121,277 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 110,733 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 110,733 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 104,146 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 104,146 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 16 Nov 2010 86,270 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 86,270 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 69,104 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 53,764 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 53,764 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 40,762 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 33,600 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 16,874 MOT tests across 995 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
3,991
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 456
Stop lamp not working 339
position lamp(s) not working 331
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 299
Brake pipe excessively corroded 297
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BU53 ZBY is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 61,160 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 Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 ZBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU53 ZBY registered?

BU53 ZBY is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 24 October 2003.

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