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DK04 CEX

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

71,751 mi
Last recorded71,751 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 CEX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 71,751 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2025 71,751 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 65,895 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 60,788 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 56,274 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 52,680 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 49,875 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 43,340 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all have slight cracking at shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 43,340 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all have slight cracking at shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 37,855 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 31,903 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 31,890 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded wing (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wing (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 28,271 miles

Front brake discs corroded.

Pass 8 Sep 2015 24,835 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 24,835 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 22,041 miles

Both Front Brake Discs Have Corrosion On Inside Surface

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Mar 2013 18,730 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 18,730 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 17,793 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 16,112 miles

rear shockers rubber bush starting to split. front discs strating to corrode.

Pass 23 Mar 2010 14,762 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 12,984 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 11,594 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 9,049 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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DK04 CEX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DK04 CEX, 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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What year was DK04 CEX registered?

DK04 CEX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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