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FD53 UWU

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,469 mi
Last recorded77,469 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 UWU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 77,469 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 76,047 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 74,570 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 73,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on the arm (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 71,966 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 71,513 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 70,821 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased up (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 69,097 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 67,495 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 64,495 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 60,576 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 57,300 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 52,952 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 50,273 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 47,157 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 44,904 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 42,034 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 37,337 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 33,312 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 30,206 miles

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

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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FD53 UWU is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD53 UWU, 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 FD53 UWU registered?

FD53 UWU is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is FD53 UWU safe to buy?

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