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DK53 FBU

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,561 mi
Last recorded65,561 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 FBU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 65,561 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 65,561 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 62,496 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 62,190 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 59,593 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 55,678 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 53,906 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 52,011 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 49,614 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 49,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 46,856 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 44,478 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 42,255 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 36,709 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 34,659 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 32,873 miles

non standard sun strip fitted cery close to zone a

Pass 8 Nov 2007 30,763 miles

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 7 Nov 2006 23,769 miles

both rear tyres close to minimum limit of 1.6mm

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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DK53 FBU is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,856 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 DK53 FBU, 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 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DK53 FBU registered?

DK53 FBU is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is DK53 FBU safe to buy?

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