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LC53 PJC

2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,349 mi
Last recorded64,349 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto33,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 PJC
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion Mhd Auto
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 64,349 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 64,349 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 59,072 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 49,466 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 42,041 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 36,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 34,974 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 32,966 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 30,876 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 29,592 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 29,115 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 29,115 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 28,355 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 28,355 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto?

Based on 44,035 MOT tests across 3,356 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
3,158
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 315
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 260
coil spring broken 256
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 230
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LC53 PJC is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 33,229 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 315 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC53 PJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 13 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LC53 PJC registered?

LC53 PJC is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto, first registered on 26 March 2013.

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