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DK03 BSX

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

58,672 mi
Last recorded58,672 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 BSX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 58,672 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 53,917 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 53,638 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 53,528 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 53,525 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working park light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body cover insercure

Pass 20 Jul 2020 52,802 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 51,910 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2019 51,908 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low both fronts (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 50,672 miles

Offside Front tyre poor conditon

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear tyre poor condition

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 50,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front tyre poor conditon

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear tyre poor condition

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2015 50,224 miles

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

oil leak on gearbox

Pass 8 Dec 2014 49,540 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2014 49,538 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

towwing eyes fittied on front

Pass 29 Oct 2013 48,716 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 43,844 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 38,578 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 38,578 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 33,627 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 31,013 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 26,002 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 20,946 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 20,946 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 15,186 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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DK03 BSX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 DK03 BSX, 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 DK03 BSX registered?

DK03 BSX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is DK03 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 BSX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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