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BU53 ZDN

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

80,320 mi
Last recorded80,320 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ZDN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 80,320 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 80,305 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2016 80,252 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 775,587 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 77,585 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 73,121 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2014 73,121 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2012 60,187 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 50,739 miles

Nearside number plate light came on when tapped

Pass 10 Jun 2010 42,659 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 35,031 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 25,666 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 16,472 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 16,472 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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
Full Smart (mcc) City Coupe reliability report

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BU53 ZDN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BU53 ZDN, 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 ZDN registered?

BU53 ZDN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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