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RK53 GOX

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

72,036 mi
Last recorded72,036 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 GOX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 72,036 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 71,525 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 70,954 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front both headlamps poor dipped beam pattern

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 16 Sep 2017 70,925 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner face (4.1.D.1b)

Central Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front both headlamps poor dipped beam pattern

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 69,535 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre sidewall split/perished

Fail 14 Sep 2016 69,532 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner tyre sidewall split/perished

Pass 12 Sep 2015 68,756 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 66,522 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 62,501 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 57,477 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 57,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2011 52,986 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 47,991 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 42,138 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 36,537 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 32,114 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 25,971 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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RK53 GOX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,856 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 RK53 GOX, 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 22 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 RK53 GOX registered?

RK53 GOX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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