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LX53 HZV

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

83,022 mi
Last recorded83,022 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 HZV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2025 83,022 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 81,340 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 81,315 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (inner arm) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 70,600 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Apr 2022 65,132 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 61,832 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 60,654 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 60,524 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear shocks dust covers missing

Pass 9 Nov 2017 56,082 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 56,082 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 55,595 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 54,054 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 53,429 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 50,074 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 44,997 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 44,993 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 41,071 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 41,071 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 38,013 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 32,566 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 26,947 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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LX53 HZV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LX53 HZV, 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 LX53 HZV registered?

LX53 HZV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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The MOT history for LX53 HZV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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