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WK53 COA

2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,498 mi
Last recorded85,498 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 COA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 85,498 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 84,429 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 84,385 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 73,124 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 73,123 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 59,305 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 48,087 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 35,449 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 34,665 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 34,665 miles

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 34,202 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 34,202 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 33,383 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 11 Feb 2012 32,330 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 32,330 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 31,541 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 31,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 29,364 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 29,364 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 24,379 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 21,841 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 18,115 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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WK53 COA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 49,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK53 COA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK53 COA registered?

WK53 COA is a 2003 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is WK53 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK53 COA shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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