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SJ03 CXU

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

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

RegistrationSJ03 CXU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017

Front cross member corroded

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Body has slight corrosion Both sides (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2017

Front cross member corroded

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Body has slight corrosion Both sides (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 70,673 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jun 2015 69,102 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 65,889 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 61,361 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 56,835 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 52,768 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 48,228 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 48,021 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 41,173 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

unable to see most of underside of vehicle due to plastic coverings

Pass 18 Jul 2008 33,306 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 27,240 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 27,240 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 17,288 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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SJ03 CXU is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJ03 CXU, 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 SJ03 CXU registered?

SJ03 CXU is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 27 July 2003.

Is SJ03 CXU safe to buy?

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