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BX04 VPA

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

70,969 mi
Last recorded70,969 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX04 VPA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 70,969 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle under tray fitted, obscuring some components

Fail 22 Mar 2018 70,969 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre, inner edge devoid of tread

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre inner edge devoid of tread

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle under tray fitted, obscuring some components

Pass 18 Oct 2016 61,762 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush x2 (2.7.4)

Fail 17 Oct 2016 61,762 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush x2 (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 59,280 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 57,805 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 56,671 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wet condition at time of test

Fail 22 Oct 2013 56,671 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wet condition at time of test

Pass 20 Aug 2012 55,466 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 6 Aug 2011 54,062 miles

underneath vehicle has a cover

Fail 5 Aug 2011 67,842 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

underneath vehicle has a cover

Fail 11 Aug 2010

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2010
Pass 3 Jun 2009 44,135 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 38,239 miles

front os sidelight lense cracked

Pass 2 Mar 2007 21,548 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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BX04 VPA 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 BX04 VPA, 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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BX04 VPA is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 30 March 2004.

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