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BU03 OGC

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

10,349 mi
Last recorded10,349 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 OGC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 10,349 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 68,382 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 68,382 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 66,882 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 66,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 63,719 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 63,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 59,190 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 56,072 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 50,767 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 47,554 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre has screw in it

Pass 6 Sep 2010 42,872 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 42,872 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)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 38,975 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 34,045 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 29,584 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 24,133 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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BU03 OGC is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BU03 OGC, 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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What year was BU03 OGC registered?

BU03 OGC is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is BU03 OGC safe to buy?

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