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LJ53 DPO

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,604 mi
Last recorded26,604 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 DPO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 26,604 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 26,604 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 26,214 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 25,470 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 25,468 miles

Offside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 25,377 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 25,082 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 23,703 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 20,380 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 20,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 17,619 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 15,565 miles

Offside front tyre cracking sidewall

Pass 8 Aug 2012 12,760 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 9,135 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 5,191 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 2,599 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 2,532 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 2,183 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 DPO is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DPO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ53 DPO registered?

LJ53 DPO is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ53 DPO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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