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WA53 ACV

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,319 mi
Last recorded70,319 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 ACV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 70,319 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 68,520 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 65,843 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 64,121 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 61,983 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 61,983 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 55,443 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock bushes slightly deteriorated

slight movement in both front shock glands

slight play in steering rack

Fail 6 Mar 2012 55,443 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock bushes slightly deteriorated

slight movement in both front shock glands

slight play in steering rack

Pass 14 Mar 2011 45,234 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2011 45,231 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 35,498 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 26,707 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 11,879 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 11,728 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 8,140 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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WA53 ACV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc 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 WA53 ACV, 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 WA53 ACV registered?

WA53 ACV is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is WA53 ACV safe to buy?

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