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FY52 RZW

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

68,516 mi
Last recorded68,516 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 RZW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 68,516 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general corrosion to suspension

Pass 5 Feb 2024 68,475 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 68,360 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both x 2 (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 68,190 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 66,950 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 66,010 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 64,330 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 63,037 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 60,698 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 58,708 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 57,150 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 50,492 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 43,123 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 43,123 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 36,747 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 30,936 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 26,143 miles

UNABLE TO CARRY OUT DETAILED INSPECTION OF UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE DUE TO PLASTIC COVERS

Pass 17 Jan 2009 19,821 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 15,350 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 11,636 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 7,703 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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FY52 RZW is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 FY52 RZW, 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 FY52 RZW registered?

FY52 RZW is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is FY52 RZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 RZW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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