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LG52 VHC

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

28,889 mi
Last recorded28,889 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 VHC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 28,889 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 28,443 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 27,828 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 26,540 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 25,594 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 24,393 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 23,440 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 21,647 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 21,229 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 20,252 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 19,187 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 18,376 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 17,349 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 14,620 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 14,620 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 13,651 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 12,428 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 11,659 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 10,898 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 10,104 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 10,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 9,134 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 8,645 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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LG52 VHC is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LG52 VHC, 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 LG52 VHC registered?

LG52 VHC is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is LG52 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 VHC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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