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LK53 MYB

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

38,358 mi
Last recorded38,358 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 MYB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 38,358 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 38,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 28,946 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 28,778 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 22,857 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 31 Aug 2012 22,857 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 19,187 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 16,803 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 16,803 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 12,932 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 12,932 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 9,003 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 9,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LK53 MYB is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,856 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LK53 MYB, 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 22 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 LK53 MYB registered?

LK53 MYB is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is LK53 MYB safe to buy?

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