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BJ03 NGG

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

67,622 mi
Last recorded67,622 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 NGG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 67,622 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 67,604 miles

Emissions not tested due to excessive oil leaks (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated perished and spliting (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated perished and spliting (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 64,917 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 64,914 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 61,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacement 145/65/r15 72t (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 61,127 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacement 145/65/r15 72t (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 59,244 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 59,243 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)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 55,342 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 55,314 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 52,235 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 52,235 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 49,446 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 46,016 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2013 46,016 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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)

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)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 44,048 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 39,007 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 33,642 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 28,892 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 24,665 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 16,617 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 11,610 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 NGG is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NGG, 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.

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BJ03 NGG is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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