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GU52 ZZY

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,821 mi
Last recorded61,821 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 ZZY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 61,821 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 61,821 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 61,776 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 61,769 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 59,729 miles

engine management light on

Pass 26 Mar 2011 53,257 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 48,850 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 41,514 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 31,024 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 19,719 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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GU52 ZZY is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 49,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU52 ZZY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU52 ZZY registered?

GU52 ZZY is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 20 February 2003.

Is GU52 ZZY safe to buy?

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