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WU53 EKE

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

62,561 mi
Last recorded62,561 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 EKE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 62,561 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 May 2026 62,561 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 61,135 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 59,140 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel cap seal rubber deteriorated

Pass 23 Feb 2023 57,217 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 57,216 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 47,404 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 47,404 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both side (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 45,690 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2019 45,335 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 45,319 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 45,318 miles

Brake performance not tested broken front spring detached from strut (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 45,037 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 44,591 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2015 44,108 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to fully check outer body sills dur to trim covers

Fail 18 May 2015 44,107 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear wiper blade split

unable to fully check outer body sills dur to trim covers

Pass 19 May 2014 43,436 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 42,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2013 42,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2012 40,088 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 38,245 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 35,993 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 35,993 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

plastic covers fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2008 30,118 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 20,075 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 13,751 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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WU53 EKE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 WU53 EKE, 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 WU53 EKE registered?

WU53 EKE is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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