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LJ53 EZH

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

71,013 mi
Last recorded71,013 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 71,013 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 71,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 68,373 miles

Comps and structure has general corrosion.

Pass 7 Aug 2018 66,897 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 62,373 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 58,417 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 46,608 miles

Petrol cap seal perished

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 42,199 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jul 2014 42,199 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 37,587 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 33,746 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 29,899 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 28,190 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 28,174 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 25,685 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 21,975 miles

Front pads getting low

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2007 21,975 miles

Front pads getting low

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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 EZH 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 82.4%.

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 EZH, 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 EZH registered?

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

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