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OU03 URC

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

37,158 mi
Last recorded37,158 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 URC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 37,158 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 34,696 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 31,955 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 31,162 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 31,162 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 30,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2014 29,361 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 29,361 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2013 27,582 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 27,582 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 26,189 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 26,189 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 23,742 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 22,010 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 22,004 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Feb 2009 20,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 20,836 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 19,327 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 17,923 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 17,923 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 16,545 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 16,545 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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OU03 URC is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OU03 URC, 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

How do I check the history of OU03 URC?

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What year was OU03 URC registered?

OU03 URC is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is OU03 URC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU03 URC shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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