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LF03 DUA

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,816 mi
Last recorded23,816 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 DUA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 23,816 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 22,856 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 22,696 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2024 22,696 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 22,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 22,058 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 21,476 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2020 21,248 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 21,016 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 20,511 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 19,868 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 19,370 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,809 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 18,357 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 17,892 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 17,440 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 16,784 miles

nearside front tyre tread cracked

offside front tyre tread cracked

Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,168 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 16,168 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 15,266 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre starting to crack

o/s/f tyre starting to crack

Pass 15 Apr 2009 15,266 miles

n/s/f tyre starting to crack

o/s/f tyre starting to crack

Pass 25 Mar 2008 14,756 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 12,431 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 9,919 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 DUA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 DUA, 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 LF03 DUA registered?

LF03 DUA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is LF03 DUA safe to buy?

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