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LX03 MVF

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

66,889 mi
Last recorded66,889 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 MVF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 66,889 miles

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

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

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

slight play to both front anti-roll bar bushes

Fail 6 Feb 2018 66,889 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

slight play to both front anti-roll bar bushes

Pass 15 Feb 2017 63,525 miles

oil sump pourus

Pass 17 Feb 2016 59,013 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

oil leak

under trays fitted restricting testers view

Fail 17 Feb 2016 59,013 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

oil leak

under trays fitted restricting testers view

Fail 21 Feb 2015 53,220 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 21 Feb 2015 53,220 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 14 Feb 2014 47,330 miles

After market pressure fit furry steering wheel cover fitted that remained ecure at time of test but moves on steering wheel rim when full lock applied so advise presenter grip deteriorating

All wheel nuts obscured from view

Fuel filler cap seal deteriorated/tearing but still forms a perminant seal at time of test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside windscreen wiper split at end but clears sufficeintly at time of test

Vehicle wet for inspection

Pass 8 Feb 2013 41,358 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 41,358 miles

Offside coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 36,394 miles

Oil leak

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2011 31,134 miles

underbody shields fitted restricting testers view

Fail 15 Feb 2011 31,134 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

underbody shields fitted restricting testers view

Pass 11 Feb 2010 25,632 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 22,116 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 18,852 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 18,008 miles

both front tyres breaking up (cracking)

Pass 23 May 2006 13,904 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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LX03 MVF 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 LX03 MVF, 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 LX03 MVF registered?

LX03 MVF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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