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DK03 BVG

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

73,100 mi
Last recorded73,100 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 BVG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2020 73,100 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 70,917 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 68,907 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 68,905 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 66,671 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 65,074 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 63,157 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 61,087 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 61,087 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 58,143 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 58,143 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 54,242 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front discs scored

Pass 16 Jan 2012 54,242 miles

front discs scored

Pass 15 Jan 2011 51,470 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 48,397 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 44,520 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 40,519 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 35,477 miles

front discs getting worn

front pads half worn

lower part of front suspension struts showing signs of corrosion

Pass 11 Mar 2006 29,062 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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DK03 BVG is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DK03 BVG, 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 DK03 BVG registered?

DK03 BVG is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is DK03 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 BVG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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