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SP53 DBV

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,444 mi
Last recorded60,444 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 DBV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 60,444 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

rear wiper split undertray in poor condition n/s rear

Pass 3 Oct 2019 51,892 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 46,408 miles

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

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

both front tyres perished/cracking

nearside front brake hose perished

Fail 24 Aug 2018 46,404 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

both front tyres perished/cracking

nearside front brake hose perished

Pass 31 Aug 2017 44,060 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 44,060 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 41,410 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,110 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 37,829 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 37,567 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 33,602 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 33,602 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,771 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 16,724 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 13,045 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 11,976 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 9,852 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 7,267 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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SP53 DBV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SP53 DBV, 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 SP53 DBV registered?

SP53 DBV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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