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DF04 XBB

2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto

Cream Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,664 mi
Last recorded26,664 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto48,120 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 XBB
MakeSmart
ModelCity Passion 61 Auto
Year2004
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 26,664 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fading (4.1.4 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both start corroding (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both link arms corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 26,643 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Front both front shocks corroded

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

sump corroded

Pass 2 May 2024 26,608 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened suspension components slightly corroded on front axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre is under inflated

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension components are slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 26,578 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension corroded on both sides(general corrosion) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight play on both sides from suspension component

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 22 Apr 2022 26,537 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides on front (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front wipers smearing slightly

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 26,517 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

brake pedal seems spongy

front suspension components corroded both sides

Pass 19 Oct 2020 26,437 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 26,416 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 May 2019 26,416 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 26,377 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 26,277 miles

Offside Rear Tyre cracking/perished.

Fail 2 May 2017 26,276 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bottom ball joint. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre cracking/perished.

Pass 28 Apr 2016 26,102 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 25,882 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2015 25,882 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2014 24,780 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 24,661 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 24,041 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 24,041 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 May 2011 22,666 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 19,440 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 15,500 miles

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 May 2008 13,276 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 8,978 miles

How Reliable is the Smart City Passion 61 Auto?

Based on 27,463 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
3,301
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Stop lamp not working 641
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 436
Headlamp aim too low 432
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 411
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DF04 XBB is a 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto in Cream with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 48,120 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Passion 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 681 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF04 XBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Passion 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Smart City Passion 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DF04 XBB is a 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto, first registered on 16 July 2004.

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