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BU53 VAV

2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,260 mi
Last recorded41,260 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet47,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 VAV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 41,260 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 39,628 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 39,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 37,967 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 36,259 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 33,976 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2020 30,968 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear 3.5mm inaside shoulder, 5mm outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear 3.5mm inaside shoulder, 5mm outer (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 27,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 21,936 miles

engine cover fitted

outer sill covers fitted

vehicle under body covers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2017 20,426 miles

engine bay cover fitted

outer sill covers fitted

vehicle under body covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2016 19,248 miles

Engine bay cover fitted

Outer sill covers fitted

Vehicle under body panels fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2015 16,438 miles

Vehicle under body panels fitted

Engine covers fitted

Outer sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2014 14,922 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2013 13,310 miles

plastic outer sill covers fitted

vehicle underbody panels fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2012 11,245 miles

plastic outter sill covers fitted

vehicle underbody panels fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2011 8,344 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 7,420 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 6,989 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 6,491 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 6,491 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 5,666 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 4,551 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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BU53 VAV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 47,258 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 VAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 VAV registered?

BU53 VAV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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The MOT history for BU53 VAV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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