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KX53 SWN

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

34,034 mi
Last recorded34,034 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 SWN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 34,034 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 34,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 32,637 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 32,637 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front tyre has nail in tread

Pass 14 Sep 2021 30,112 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 30,112 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 27,252 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 26,961 miles

corrosion to front brake discs

corrosion to front suspension components

Pass 11 Aug 2018 26,871 miles

corrosion to front suspension components and front brake discs

Pass 12 Aug 2017 26,695 miles

corrosion to front suspension components and front brake discs

Pass 20 Aug 2016 26,234 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 25,777 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 24,915 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 23,589 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 23,589 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

both front shock absorber casings corroded

sump corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2012 22,794 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 22,794 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 20,485 miles

front brake discs corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2011 20,485 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2010 18,936 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 17,622 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 17,622 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 16,232 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 15,158 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 13,388 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 SWN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 SWN, 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 SWN registered?

KX53 SWN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 10 September 2003.

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