CarVerify

Free Car Check

YN03 ZHZ

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,239 mi
Last recorded60,239 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Smart (mcc)
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 ZHZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 60,239 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2017 60,239 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s & o/s (8.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 58,956 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 58,956 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 57,167 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 57,167 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 55,113 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

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

slight damage to front bumper and rad

Pass 6 Aug 2012 52,764 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 50,597 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 47,167 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 47,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 43,829 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 43,829 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 40,534 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 37,776 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 37,776 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS 145 / 65 / 15 T

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE SIGNS OF MANY CRACKS / CUTS IN TREAD 175 / 55 / 15 T

UNDERSIDE COMPONANTS ALL SHOWING SIGNS OF GENERAL SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 20 Apr 2007 27,744 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 18,484 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
Full Smart (mcc) City Coupe reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YN03 ZHZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YN03 ZHZ, 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

How do I check the history of YN03 ZHZ?

You can check the full history of YN03 ZHZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YN03 ZHZ registered?

YN03 ZHZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is YN03 ZHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN03 ZHZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YN03 ZHZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YN03 ZHZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.