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LJ53 VGK

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

93,268 mi
Last recorded93,268 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 VGK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 93,268 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 93,268 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 57,281 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 57,281 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 55,984 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower wishbone bush worn (slight free play detected )

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 54,127 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 29 May 2015 46,370 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 36,227 miles

nearside rear tyre is cracking on inner sidewall

Fail 9 Jun 2014 36,222 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre is cracking on inner sidewall

Pass 10 May 2013 34,228 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 31,688 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 31,688 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2010 28,504 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 24,532 miles

full underbody shield fitted

rear no plate in poor condition

Fail 15 Dec 2009 24,532 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

full underbody shield fitted

rear no plate in poor condition

Pass 3 Dec 2008 20,014 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 15,516 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 11,298 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 VGK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 VGK, 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 VGK registered?

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

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The MOT history for LJ53 VGK shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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