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FJ03 UYM

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,267 mi
Last recorded94,267 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 UYM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 94,267 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 91,024 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

both front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Jan 2015 90,774 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 90,684 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 90,616 miles

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

front brake disc wearing thin

Pass 14 Jun 2011 89,589 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

cut in nearside front tyre but does not expose any cords

Fail 13 Jun 2011 89,589 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

cut in nearside front tyre but does not expose any cords

Pass 12 Apr 2010 79,800 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 79,800 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 72,205 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 72,201 miles

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 57,343 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 46,422 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 36,493 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 36,488 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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FJ03 UYM is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FJ03 UYM, 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 FJ03 UYM registered?

FJ03 UYM is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 25 March 2003.

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