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DK04 BZV

2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet48,548 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 BZV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016
Pass 3 Feb 2014 46,155 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 46,142 miles

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

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

Nearside Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 46,117 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 45,744 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 45,744 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 1 Mar 2011 40,447 miles

All tyres have slight cracking in tread

Pass 22 Feb 2010 36,379 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 36,379 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 33,620 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 31,212 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 26,378 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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DK04 BZV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 48,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK04 BZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK04 BZV registered?

DK04 BZV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is DK04 BZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 BZV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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