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AY04 DFL

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

86,203 mi
Last recorded86,203 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 DFL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 86,203 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 86,021 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 75,192 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 72,389 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 72,386 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 67,243 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 67,243 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 61,471 miles

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

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

fuel cap seal deteriorating

trims fitted to the inner wheel arches and covering the floopan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Pass 7 Sep 2010 59,790 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 56,515 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 56,515 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 52,410 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 52,399 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 35,892 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 28,006 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 28,006 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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AY04 DFL 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 62.5%.

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 AY04 DFL, 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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AY04 DFL is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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