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LX03 NDG

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

87,265 mi
Last recorded87,265 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2017 87,265 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 87,265 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Fail 21 Jan 2017 87,265 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Emissions not tested due to engine has a missfire (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

both rear tyres wearing low in the centre

eml light on

Pass 20 Nov 2015 86,124 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2015 85,936 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 77,014 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 2 Aug 2013 69,456 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 69,456 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 62,125 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 62,125 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 53,551 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 36,053 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 36,053 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 26,715 miles

Rear number plate slightly fadding

Fail 27 Jul 2007 22,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 22,172 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 17,644 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 NDG is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 LX03 NDG, 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 NDG registered?

LX03 NDG is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 28 July 2003.

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