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LF53 GAX

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,531 mi
Last recorded17,531 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 GAX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 17,531 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 13,755 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 13,151 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 11,555 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 9,855 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 8,781 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 8,720 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 8,653 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 8,601 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 8,571 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 8,480 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 8,400 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 8,400 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 8,199 miles

OSR tyre perrished

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2013 8,042 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2012 7,725 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 7,522 miles

Underside has plastic covers

Pass 28 Jan 2010 7,364 miles

Underside of vehicle covered with plastic covers

Fail 27 Jan 2010 7,364 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 6,922 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 6,336 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 5,689 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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LF53 GAX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,856 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 LF53 GAX, 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 22 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 LF53 GAX registered?

LF53 GAX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is LF53 GAX safe to buy?

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