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BW03 ZGE

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

39,904 mi
Last recorded39,904 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 ZGE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2020 39,904 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 35,895 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 35,895 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 32,108 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2018 32,108 miles

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

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 29,508 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 29,299 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 25,053 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 25,053 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 24,596 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2013 24,005 miles

Drivers seat belt twisted

Front brake discs slightly worn

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2012 21,977 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 21,977 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 21,453 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

FRONT BRAKE DISCES IN A POOR CONDICTION --------------

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2011 21,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

FRONT BRAKE DISCES IN A POOR CONDICTION --------------

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 20,872 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 20,872 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 19,724 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 18,247 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 18,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 17,284 miles

N/S Rear tyre has cut in tread

Pass 8 Aug 2006 16,107 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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BW03 ZGE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 BW03 ZGE, 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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BW03 ZGE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 8 August 2003.

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