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YJ03 VZR

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

65,496 mi
Last recorded65,496 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 VZR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 65,496 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 13 Jul 2018 65,453 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Jul 2017 61,299 miles

covers fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2016 57,851 miles

engine covers obstruct view to some components inside the engine bay

under body covers obstruct view to some components on the under side

Fail 3 Jun 2015 52,238 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 52,238 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 43,967 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jun 2014 43,965 miles

Nearside Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2013 38,740 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2012 34,969 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,409 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 31,409 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 27,892 miles

front discs have a slight lip on edge

slight oil marks under engine?

Pass 15 Jun 2009 24,437 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front tyres slight sidewall cracking

Fail 18 Jun 2008 20,278 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 20,278 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 30 May 2007 16,356 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 12,829 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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YJ03 VZR is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YJ03 VZR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ03 VZR registered?

YJ03 VZR is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 7 August 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ03 VZR shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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