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LJ53 DKL

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,361 mi
Last recorded84,361 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 DKL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 84,361 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 84,333 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 80,980 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2013 73,982 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 30 Oct 2013 73,981 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 72,571 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

high level brake light inop

Fail 12 Nov 2012 72,536 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

high level brake light inop

Pass 28 Jul 2011 71,205 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 65,075 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 58,319 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2009 58,315 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 52,740 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 52,740 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 42,715 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 35,135 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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LJ53 DKL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LJ53 DKL, 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 LJ53 DKL registered?

LJ53 DKL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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