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DK53 ZZU

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,563 mi
Last recorded111,563 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 ZZU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 111,563 miles

front brake discs deteriorated

front brake pads getting thin

pipe to o/s/f rusty

Pass 26 Sep 2015 105,668 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 62,312 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel cap sealing ring starting to deteriorate

offside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2013 59,505 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2012 56,763 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 51,777 miles

front brake discs worn & deteriorated

offside wiper split

Fail 20 Sep 2011 51,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake discs worn & deteriorated

offside wiper split

Pass 11 Sep 2010 44,437 miles

both rear shock absorber lower mounting bushes started to deteriorate

some deterioration of front brake disc inner faces

Pass 11 Sep 2009 37,370 miles

wear in both front discs

Pass 24 Sep 2008 30,517 miles

inner edges both front tyres wearing

Pass 11 Sep 2007 23,901 miles

slight tears in both front tyres

Pass 18 Sep 2006 18,414 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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DK53 ZZU is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ZZU, 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 ZZU registered?

DK53 ZZU is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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The MOT history for DK53 ZZU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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