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KX53 SXG

2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

90,461 mi
Last recorded90,461 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)61,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 SXG
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 90,461 miles

All suspension corroded

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

Exhaust system corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre close to legal limit and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater damaged

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre wearing stepped on inner edge

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

Oil pressure warning lamp illuminated, oil level ok

Rear Constant velocity joint gaiters starting to perish

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 88,896 miles

All brake pipes slightly corroded

Exhaust system corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General underside corrosion

Nearside Side repeater damaged

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 86,251 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater cover smashed

Rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2019 86,251 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater cover smashed

Rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2018 82,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 76,824 miles

(strong advise) front tyres badly perished

front brake discs worn and corroded

front bumper damaged

n/s side repeater lens broken

Pass 25 Aug 2016 69,196 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 59,483 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 58,647 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 55,410 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 50,151 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 45,368 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 40,781 miles

OS diff seal leaking slightly

fuel cap seal perishing slightly

Pass 2 Sep 2009 35,618 miles

all four tyres slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Sep 2008 30,192 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 24,045 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 15,849 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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KX53 SXG is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KX53 SXG, 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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KX53 SXG is a 2003 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 3 September 2003.

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