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AV04 ECN

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,230 mi
Last recorded127,230 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 ECN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2017 127,230 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 123,295 miles

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

Nearside drive-shaft seal leaking

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (1.1.A.3f)

engine sump corroded

slight engine oil leak

Fail 12 Jan 2016 123,295 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated heavy fumes leaking from cap area (7.2.4c) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside drive-shaft seal leaking

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (1.1.A.3f)

engine sump corroded

slight engine oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2015 109,635 miles

Both rear tyres perished 1855515

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jan 2015 109,635 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Both rear tyres perished 1855515

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2014 100,484 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jan 2014 100,484 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2013 88,767 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on the inner edge 185/55/15v

Pass 14 Jan 2013 88,767 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on the inner edge 185/55/15v

Pass 19 Jan 2012 67,911 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 67,911 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 56,270 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 55,635 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 49,001 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 38,803 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 30,320 miles

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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AV04 ECN is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AV04 ECN, 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.

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AV04 ECN is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 27 August 2004.

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