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DE04 MXK

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,796 mi
Last recorded39,796 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 MXK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 39,796 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 39,712 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 39,424 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 39,222 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 38,920 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 38,011 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2013 35,978 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 34,381 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Steering lock not working if fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Dec 2011 34,248 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 32,755 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 32,182 miles

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 5 Jun 2008 29,543 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 28,586 miles

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)

Fail 28 Mar 2007 21,384 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 21,384 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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DE04 MXK is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,856 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE04 MXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE04 MXK registered?

DE04 MXK is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 6 April 2004.

Is DE04 MXK safe to buy?

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