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KV53 NPJ

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

58,181 mi
Last recorded58,181 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 NPJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 58,181 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 50,967 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 50,967 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 44,032 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 38,323 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 32,894 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 27,092 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 24,133 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 23,184 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 22,173 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 21,212 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 20,266 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 19,173 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 19,166 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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KV53 NPJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KV53 NPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV53 NPJ registered?

KV53 NPJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is KV53 NPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 NPJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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