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DG53 EPJ

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

45,688 mi
Last recorded45,688 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 EPJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 45,688 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 44,355 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

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

Pass 23 May 2017 42,798 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 May 2017 42,798 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2016 40,721 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 38,939 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 35,841 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 35,841 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2013 32,607 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre wearing on inside o/s/f tyre cut on inside not deep enough to show cords

Pass 16 May 2012 30,082 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 30,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2011 26,884 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 23,947 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2010 23,947 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 21,142 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 21,142 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 19,041 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 16,153 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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DG53 EPJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DG53 EPJ, 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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What year was DG53 EPJ registered?

DG53 EPJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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