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SV53 CHK

2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

56,389 mi
Last recorded56,389 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo53,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 CHK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 56,389 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 56,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 46,685 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 41,813 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 40,296 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2014 40,294 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 39,946 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2013 39,946 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 36,224 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 36,224 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

No engine oil showing on dipstick, topped up 2ltr.

O/S washer jet partialy blocked.

Pass 14 Mar 2011 29,679 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 29,679 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn (not to excess).

Pass 3 Mar 2010 21,239 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 21,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 14,982 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 14,982 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 13,633 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 13,633 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo?

Based on 187,875 MOT tests across 23,467 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
3,439
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
23,467
On UK Roads
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SV53 CHK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 53,681 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SV53 CHK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Fortwo, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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