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GX03 VDY

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

49,830 mi
Last recorded49,830 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 VDY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 May 2016 49,830 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

front tyres cracked to tread

plastic undertray loose to rear

Pass 14 May 2015 48,036 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres cracking around edge of tread

Fail 14 May 2015 48,036 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres cracking around edge of tread

Pass 20 Jun 2014 45,704 miles

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2012 45,677 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

o/s and n/s front tyres cracking

Pass 25 Jul 2011 43,579 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 37,520 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 33,866 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 33,584 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 29,007 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 25,880 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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GX03 VDY is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX03 VDY, 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.

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What year was GX03 VDY registered?

GX03 VDY is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is GX03 VDY safe to buy?

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