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BX04 VUV

2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,823 mi
Last recorded91,823 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto50,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX04 VUV
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2016 91,823 miles

engine sump corroded and damp

Fail 20 Dec 2016 91,821 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine sump corroded and damp

Pass 16 Dec 2015 81,582 miles

engine sump rusty

undertrays fitted

Fail 17 Nov 2015 80,739 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

145/65x15 on front

175/55x15 on rear

engine sump rusty

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2014 67,510 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sump rusty

Fail 20 Nov 2014 67,510 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sump rusty

Pass 18 Nov 2013 59,835 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

washer fluid like paste

Fail 7 Nov 2013 59,702 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

washer fluid like paste

Pass 29 Oct 2012 55,213 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)

Fail 29 Oct 2012 55,213 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 44,122 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 38,402 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 32,108 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 29,203 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 24,051 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 24,051 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
3,520
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 82
Stop lamp not working 78
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 45
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BX04 VUV is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto 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 Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 50,017 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 Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX04 VUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BX04 VUV is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 22 March 2004.

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