CarVerify

Free Car Check

KV53 LEF

2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,802 mi
Last recorded77,802 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto48,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Smart
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 LEF
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 77,802 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all 4 corners (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 May 2016 74,353 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 74,353 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2015 70,458 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 68,436 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 65,476 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 60,668 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 51,119 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 51,119 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 50,079 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 47,395 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 47,395 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 21 May 2008 34,957 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 20,006 miles

both front tyers tracking off inner edge

How Reliable is the Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 4,040 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,857
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Stop lamp not working 117
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Headlamp aim too low 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
Full Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KV53 LEF is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 48,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV53 LEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KV53 LEF?

You can check the full history of KV53 LEF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KV53 LEF registered?

KV53 LEF is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is KV53 LEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 LEF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV53 LEF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KV53 LEF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.