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KX53 SSO

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,649 mi
Last recorded40,649 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 SSO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 40,649 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 39,305 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 39,295 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 16 Apr 2008 23,043 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 16,402 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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KX53 SSO is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KX53 SSO, 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 KX53 SSO registered?

KX53 SSO is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is KX53 SSO safe to buy?

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