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BJ03 GVW

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

67,525 mi
Last recorded67,525 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 GVW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 67,525 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2026 67,522 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2025 66,429 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 63,683 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 61,410 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 59,383 miles

ADVISE FUEL CAP SEAL CRACKING

EXHAUST SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR

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

Fail 15 Sep 2022 59,364 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Bracket broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fuel seal starting to perish/crack but still seals

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp broken and worn through exhaust back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 55,194 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 51,652 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT DISKS AND PADS TO BE CHANGED ASAP (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2020 51,652 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT DISKS AND PADS TO BE CHANGED ASAP (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2019 45,401 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 42,986 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 42,986 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 40,637 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 38,200 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 36,401 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 34,854 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 32,496 miles

front discs showing corrosion

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Oct 2011 30,937 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 28,670 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 26,522 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 26,522 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advised on nearside numberplate light fitting

Pass 27 Nov 2008 26,049 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 22,918 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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BJ03 GVW is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 47,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ03 GVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ03 GVW registered?

BJ03 GVW is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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