CarVerify

Free Car Check

DM53 PJM

2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,138 mi
Last recorded114,138 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto48,120 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Smart
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM53 PJM
MakeSmart
ModelCity Passion 61 Auto
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 114,138 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Fail 26 Feb 2015 105,919 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 105,919 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 95,186 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 92,090 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 92,089 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 77,725 miles

n/s rear tyre starting to get low.

Fail 19 Mar 2012 77,719 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

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

n/s rear tyre starting to get low.

Pass 4 Feb 2011 67,546 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 58,422 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 48,090 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)

front pads and discs worn causing uneven brake balance

Pass 25 Feb 2008 39,315 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Feb 2008 39,315 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 30,460 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 30,460 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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
Full Smart City Passion 61 Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DM53 PJM is a 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DM53 PJM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DM53 PJM?

You can check the full history of DM53 PJM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DM53 PJM registered?

DM53 PJM is a 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto, first registered on 10 March 2004.

Is DM53 PJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DM53 PJM shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DM53 PJM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DM53 PJM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.