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LF52 VDR

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,138 mi
Last recorded23,138 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2010
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 VDR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2010 23,138 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 22,388 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 21,916 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 21,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 19,388 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 16,119 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 16,119 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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LF52 VDR is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF52 VDR, 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

How do I check the history of LF52 VDR?

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What year was LF52 VDR registered?

LF52 VDR is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is LF52 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 VDR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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