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DG53 ABN

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,398 mi
Last recorded25,398 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 ABN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 25,398 miles

general corrosion to front and rear underside of vehicle

offside front lower ball joint boot slightly displaced

offside front metal brake pipe corroding at end

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 18 Jun 2026 25,398 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing seal split to excess (6.1.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion to front and rear underside of vehicle

offside front lower ball joint boot slightly displaced

offside front metal brake pipe corroding at end

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 25 Jun 2025 25,229 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 25,028 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 24,526 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened off side and near side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2023 24,523 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened off side and near side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 23,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 22,883 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 21,829 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 21,080 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 20,193 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 19,220 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 18,041 miles

oil leak (sump)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 16,613 miles

n/s/f tyre perished

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 19 May 2014 15,042 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 13,622 miles

full under body covers obscuring all metal brake pipes and fuel pipes

Pass 30 Apr 2012 6,570 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 5,511 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 4,426 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,661 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 3,281 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 2,590 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 1,857 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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DG53 ABN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 DG53 ABN, 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 DG53 ABN registered?

DG53 ABN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DG53 ABN safe to buy?

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