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AV54 XVU

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

64,090 mi
Last recorded64,090 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 XVU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 64,090 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 64,030 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 60,975 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 53,411 miles

all road springs corroded

windscreen chipped

Pass 27 Nov 2018 51,724 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Fail 27 Nov 2018 51,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip beam (4.1.4 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Nov 2017 49,947 miles

Central brake light not working

Nearside dip beam reduced output

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Fail 16 Nov 2017 49,947 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside dip beam reduced output

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

footbrake travel and rear balance

Pass 24 Oct 2016 48,118 miles

all tyres perished

Pass 27 Oct 2015 45,951 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 44,676 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 44,672 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine sump pan leaking oil

rear exhaust bracket cracked

Pass 21 Nov 2013 44,084 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front brake discs corroded

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 19 Nov 2013 44,083 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

both front brake discs corroded

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 23 Nov 2012 43,158 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 41,903 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Nov 2011 41,903 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Nov 2010 40,641 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 40,641 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Nov 2009 34,146 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 34,146 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 24,883 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 20,558 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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AV54 XVU is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 AV54 XVU, 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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What year was AV54 XVU registered?

AV54 XVU is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 15 December 2004.

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