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GN53 UFD

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,124 mi
Last recorded58,124 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 UFD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 58,124 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 57,924 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 57,720 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 55,969 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 54,927 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 53,243 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal poor

Pass 4 Oct 2013 51,697 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 51,697 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 49,125 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 49,289 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 46,522 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 41,131 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 41,129 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 40,558 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

engine light on

rear number plate

undershields fitted front to rear unable to check fully

Pass 1 Nov 2008 33,398 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 24,389 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 17,324 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 17,324 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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GN53 UFD is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GN53 UFD, 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

How do I check the history of GN53 UFD?

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What year was GN53 UFD registered?

GN53 UFD is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 8 November 2003.

Is GN53 UFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 UFD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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