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LJ53 EYB

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

69,466 mi
Last recorded69,466 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 EYB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 69,466 miles

both rear shockers lower bushes splitting slightly

slight blow on exhaust

sump pan corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2018 66,205 miles

rear subframe corroded slightly

Pass 22 Jun 2017 58,014 miles

Rear Both rear tyres showing signs of perishing and cracking to outer wall of tyres.

Pass 30 Jun 2016 56,509 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 56,505 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 54,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2014 52,619 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 52,619 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 49,788 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 46,076 miles

1 bulb out on brake 3rd lamp

Pass 15 Aug 2011 42,356 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 35,027 miles

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 12 Aug 2010 35,027 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 30,778 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 26,144 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 26,144 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 19,938 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 EYB is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EYB, 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 EYB registered?

LJ53 EYB is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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