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DK53 ZZH

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,838 mi
Last recorded42,838 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 ZZH
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 42,838 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 40,217 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 37,011 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 31,618 miles

Rear tyre treads cracked slightly

Pass 4 Apr 2018 28,833 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 27,917 miles

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

rear tyres cracked in side of tread

Fail 21 Feb 2017 27,916 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear tyres cracked in side of tread

Pass 27 Feb 2016 26,760 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 26,760 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 17 Jan 2015 24,438 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 24,438 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 21,086 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 17,414 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 17,414 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 13,817 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 11,080 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 8,129 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 4,833 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 2,460 miles

becouse this vehicle is fitted with a cover coverong most of the mot items we are unable to test them therefore we have to assume the items are in good working order

Pass 11 Sep 2006 1,591 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

becouse there is a cover covering most of the testable items im unable to test thease items and have to asume that they are in good order

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 ZZH is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK53 ZZH, 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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What year was DK53 ZZH registered?

DK53 ZZH is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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