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LV52 PZS

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

60,087 mi
Last recorded60,087 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 PZS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 60,087 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 60,082 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2021 60,082 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 60,082 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 May 2020 59,804 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 May 2020 59,804 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 57,775 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 57,132 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 55,434 miles

both bumpers although damaged are not presenting any sharp edges

both front brake discs have surface corrosion

both rear tyres have quite deep splits on the inner sidewalls. Replacements are recommended

fuel cap seal is cracking

rear brakes would benefit from some attention as there is a slight difference in the increase/decrease rate

rear wiper blade has perished

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

Fail 27 May 2014 55,434 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both bumpers although damaged are not presenting any sharp edges

both front brake discs have surface corrosion

both rear tyres have quite deep splits on the inner sidewalls. Replacements are recommended

fuel cap seal is cracking

rear brakes would benefit from some attention as there is a slight difference in the increase/decrease rate

rear wiper blade has perished

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

Fail 26 Sep 2013 55,236 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front bumper/lower panel has a split that is not considered a hazard to pedestrians or other road users at time of test.

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 51,499 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 44,448 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 44,448 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 44,435 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front discs corroded

front bumper damaged

Pass 30 May 2009 37,010 miles

rear number plate protector missing

Fail 30 May 2009 37,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear number plate protector missing

Pass 22 May 2008 29,918 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 23,346 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 23,346 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 18,329 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 18,319 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LV52 PZS is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 LV52 PZS, 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 LV52 PZS registered?

LV52 PZS is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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