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SY03 GBE

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,488 mi
Last recorded23,488 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 GBE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 23,488 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 23,488 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 23,082 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 20,971 miles

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 20,724 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear in tread grove. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 20,517 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 19,594 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 18,720 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 18,044 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 17,256 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 17,256 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 16,625 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 16,606 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 15,714 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 15,714 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 14,772 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 13,689 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 13,689 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 12,574 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 11,539 miles

front and nearside rear tyres have radial cracks to side walls and tread.

Pass 10 Jan 2011 10,756 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 10,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 10,078 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 9,637 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 8,464 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 7,065 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 6,028 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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SY03 GBE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SY03 GBE, 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 SY03 GBE registered?

SY03 GBE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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