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LG52 VHJ

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,866 mi
Last recorded38,866 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 38,866 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 38,533 miles

slight rear brake imbalance

brake ferrules slightly corroded

car dirty underneath

Fail 23 Oct 2020 38,533 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Side repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

brake ferrules slightly corroded

car dirty underneath

Pass 9 May 2017 36,887 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 34,863 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2015 34,838 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2014 33,713 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 31,030 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2012 27,861 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2011 23,694 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 18,683 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 14,491 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 11,996 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 10,469 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 8,360 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 VHJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VHJ, 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 VHJ registered?

LG52 VHJ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is LG52 VHJ safe to buy?

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