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BU53 FBN

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,336 mi
Last recorded60,336 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 FBN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 60,336 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2026 60,308 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 58,223 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 56,541 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 45,670 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 34,269 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2021 34,079 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2020 33,914 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2019 33,637 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2019 33,636 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 33,006 miles

undertrays fittted to underside

Pass 30 Aug 2017 34,482 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 31,553 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2015 29,895 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 27,491 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 25,031 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 22,832 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 18,582 miles

n/s/r tyre poor condition

Fail 20 Aug 2011 18,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r tyre poor condition

Pass 24 Aug 2010 10,987 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 8,087 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 6,119 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 24 Aug 2007 4,978 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 4,146 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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BU53 FBN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BU53 FBN, 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 BU53 FBN registered?

BU53 FBN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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