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AF04 FBJ

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,479 mi
Last recorded97,479 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2010
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 FBJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2010 97,479 miles

leds out/centre stop light

Pass 4 Nov 2009 75,814 miles

Centre Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

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

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

offside rear tyre is slightly deteriorating in tread area

Fail 4 Nov 2009 75,814 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Centre Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

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

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

off side rear tyre slight detriorated in tread area

Pass 25 Apr 2008 65,168 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 42,640 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 42,640 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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AF04 FBJ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 55,275 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) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF04 FBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF04 FBJ registered?

AF04 FBJ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AF04 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 FBJ shows 6 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.

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