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BU03 ZHJ

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

108,934 mi
Last recorded108,934 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 ZHJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 108,934 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 103,608 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 99,757 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 96,457 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 94,398 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 89,750 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just acceptable (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 85,466 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 82,596 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2016 78,860 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2015 75,749 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 72,304 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 70,848 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 May 2012 68,654 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 68,622 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 May 2011 66,433 miles

Nearside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 23 May 2011 66,433 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 61,803 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 61,649 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2009 52,706 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 44,982 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 44,982 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 May 2007 31,965 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 23,487 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 23,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

front discs poor condition

n/s/r tyre cracked on inner sidewalls

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 ZHJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc 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 BU03 ZHJ, 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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BU03 ZHJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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