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LJ03 AEA

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,599 mi
Last recorded60,599 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 AEA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 60,599 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 60,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 52,860 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 52,856 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 44,825 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 40,300 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 36,622 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Feb 2020 33,814 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 29,551 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 28,217 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 2 May 2017 27,807 miles

Deep cut on nearside rear tyre outer wall

Fail 2 May 2017 27,807 miles

Deep cut on nearside rear tyre outer wall

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 27,252 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 26,710 miles

Petrol cap seal slightly deteriorated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Apr 2014 26,105 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2014 26,105 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 25,594 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 24,837 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 24,288 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 21,442 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 18,206 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 15,547 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 13,809 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 13,809 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 11,106 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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LJ03 AEA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ03 AEA, 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 LJ03 AEA registered?

LJ03 AEA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 2 May 2003.

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