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DS53 TKT

2003 Mercedes Smart

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,307 mi
Last recorded145,307 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 TKT
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 145,307 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2019 145,307 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 132,370 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 119,269 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 114,995 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Smart?

Based on 1,296 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
4,017
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 89
Stop lamp not working 49
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 38
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 34
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DS53 TKT is a 2003 Mercedes Smart in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Smart fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS53 TKT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Smart typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Smart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DS53 TKT registered?

DS53 TKT is a 2003 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DS53 TKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 TKT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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