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NX53 NOF

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 NOF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S and O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Underbody surface rust

Pass 28 Dec 2024 96,246 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Dec 2024 96,246 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 93,471 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 90,599 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts to flexys (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 90,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts to flexys (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 90,303 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 89,745 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 88,766 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 86,472 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 84,130 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2015 84,130 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 81,313 miles

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO N/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/R WHEEL CYLINDER CORRODED.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 76,674 miles

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO N/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Sep 2013 76,664 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO N/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 72,387 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 72,387 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 68,901 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 65,150 miles

Coolant leak

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 65,150 miles

Coolant leak

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 56,565 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 43,029 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 24,898 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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NX53 NOF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 NX53 NOF, 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 NX53 NOF registered?

NX53 NOF is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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