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DG52 NXA

2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

61,037 mi
Last recorded61,037 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet47,258 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 NXA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 61,037 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2016 61,037 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 54,865 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 49,768 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 49,768 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 45,734 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 39,510 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 33,276 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 33,276 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 28,814 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 28,814 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front brake disc wear

Pass 26 Oct 2009 23,389 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 19,813 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 16,662 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 16,578 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 12,614 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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DG52 NXA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG52 NXA, 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.

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What year was DG52 NXA registered?

DG52 NXA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is DG52 NXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 NXA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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