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MV03 CKY

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

47,885 mi
Last recorded47,885 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 CKY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 47,885 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 43,471 miles

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear engine mounting play

Fail 18 Dec 2023 43,470 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 40,285 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 40,265 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 37,001 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 37,000 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 33,594 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 33,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 32,773 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 31,274 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 31,274 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 26,957 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 26,531 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 25,143 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 23,325 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 20,346 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 16,891 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 13,811 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,888 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 17,304 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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MV03 CKY is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 599cc 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 MV03 CKY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV03 CKY registered?

MV03 CKY is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is MV03 CKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 CKY 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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