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LF03 DCX

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,965 mi
Last recorded51,965 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 DCX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 51,965 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 50,028 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 46,018 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 40,165 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 40,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 33,737 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 29,050 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 25,787 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 25,787 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 19,924 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 16,689 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 14,289 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 10,887 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 8,907 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 7,452 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 5,942 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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LF03 DCX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LF03 DCX, 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 LF03 DCX registered?

LF03 DCX is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is LF03 DCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 DCX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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