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HF53 NCO

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,876 mi
Last recorded67,876 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 NCO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 67,876 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 62,334 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 60,266 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 60,266 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 58,568 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 58,186 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 53,190 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 48,995 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 46,370 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 43,339 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 40,856 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 36,657 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 36,657 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 30,818 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 30,818 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 25,017 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 19,534 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 13,962 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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HF53 NCO is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HF53 NCO, 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 HF53 NCO registered?

HF53 NCO is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is HF53 NCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 NCO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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