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AE53 LJY

2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,382 mi
Last recorded23,382 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe49,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 LJY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2020 23,382 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 23,293 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes are covered in grease not allowing full inspection of brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 23,217 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Rear both rear tyres cracking on outer edges

front and rear shocks covered in grease

Pass 17 Aug 2017 23,185 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 23,114 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 22,161 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 20,432 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 18,601 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 16,844 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 15,032 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 13,255 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 11,397 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 9,525 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 7,569 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 5,759 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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AE53 LJY is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 49,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 LJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE53 LJY registered?

AE53 LJY is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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