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RX53 JDZ

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,590 mi
Last recorded29,590 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 JDZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 29,590 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 29,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not tested (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly stretched (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 17,836 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/S AND N/S FRONT SUSPENSION ARMS ,STRUTS AND COMPONENTS HAVE CORROSION (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR AXLE BEAM AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS HAVE CORROSION (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 17,224 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 17,214 miles

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

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2018 16,451 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 15,882 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 15,151 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 14,235 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 13,342 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 12,396 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 12,386 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 11,780 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 11,208 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 10,339 miles

L.E.D,s inop in high level brake lamp

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

cracks in outer side wall of N.S.R tyre

slight play at steering wheel

Fail 19 Aug 2010 10,339 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

L.E.D,s inop in high level brake lamp

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

cracks in outer side wall of N.S.R tyre

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 27 Aug 2009 9,472 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 8,210 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 8,210 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2006 6,904 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 6,769 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RX53 JDZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RX53 JDZ, 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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RX53 JDZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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