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235 DOL

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,988 mi
Last recorded7,988 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration235 DOL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 7,988 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 7,938 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 7,938 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 7,879 miles

manufacturer engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Fail 25 Jan 2024 7,857 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

manufacturer engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Pass 17 Jan 2023 7,795 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

manufacturer engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Pass 27 Jan 2022 7,720 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Pass 28 Jan 2021 7,659 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Pass 28 Jan 2020 7,597 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 7,480 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 7,155 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 7,064 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 7,064 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 6,946 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 6,595 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 6,388 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 6,046 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 5,752 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 5,474 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 5,206 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 4,378 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 3,575 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 2,827 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 2,287 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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235 DOL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 235 DOL, 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 235 DOL registered?

235 DOL is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is 235 DOL safe to buy?

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