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GX53 OSW

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,840 mi
Last recorded53,840 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 OSW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 53,840 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 50,801 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 47,608 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 45,638 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 45,638 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 42,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel cap seal perished

O/s/f tyre wearing on the inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2013 39,511 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 36,172 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2012 36,172 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Nov 2011 32,442 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 29,648 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 26,372 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 25,438 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

all tyres worn slightly inner edge

Pass 15 Oct 2007 20,366 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 15,965 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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GX53 OSW is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GX53 OSW, 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 GX53 OSW registered?

GX53 OSW is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is GX53 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 OSW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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