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LJ53 DFN

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Grey Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

68,338 mi
Last recorded68,338 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 DFN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 68,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2016 68,338 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 65,306 miles

slight corrosion on rear sub frame

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2015 65,301 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight corrosion on rear sub frame

under tray fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2014 60,392 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake discs worn

Nearside front & Offside front tyres perished

Slight corrosion: Rear subframe

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 59,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 59,322 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 59,322 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 53,515 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2010 46,491 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 39,434 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 33,073 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 28,180 miles

both front tyres perished and cracked on outer sidewalls

both rear tyres slightly perished and nails in tread

Pass 19 Dec 2006 21,352 miles

both front tyres perised and cracked close to the inner cords †advise replacment

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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LJ53 DFN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Grey with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LJ53 DFN, 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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LJ53 DFN is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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