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FX03 EOS

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

67,314 mi
Last recorded67,314 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 EOS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 67,314 miles

all springs corroded

fuel cap seal perished

n/s headlight deteriorated

o/s/f brake pipes corroded

play in n/s/f wheel bearing

play in o/s/f wishbone bushes

rear brake pipes greased

rear bumper loose

rear tyres worn on inner edges

under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Jul 2018 66,091 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside headlamp slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 60,744 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 60,739 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 55,313 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 48,169 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 46,685 miles

Advise nearside rear tyre worn to 2-3mm

Pass 29 Aug 2013 44,145 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 44,145 miles

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)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 39,334 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 32,604 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 32,602 miles

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)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 35,311 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 20,769 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 15,266 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 15,175 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 7,091 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 7,036 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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FX03 EOS is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black 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 FX03 EOS, 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 FX03 EOS registered?

FX03 EOS is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 March 2003.

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