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EM53 DXN

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

73,497 mi
Last recorded73,497 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM53 DXN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2014 73,497 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 73,497 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 59,728 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 59,728 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 72,606 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 68,160 miles

Airbag warning light on

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 4 Oct 2011 43,521 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 35,505 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 35,505 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 31,068 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 23,860 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 18,011 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 12,915 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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EM53 DXN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EM53 DXN, 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 EM53 DXN registered?

EM53 DXN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is EM53 DXN safe to buy?

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