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FA04 TYB

2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

129,503 mi
Last recorded129,503 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)54,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 TYB
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 129,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2022 129,501 miles

Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 117,372 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Along Axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Main Front - Rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2018 117,368 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour White Light (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour White Light (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Along Axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Main Front - Rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 106,006 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

plastic under shield unable to check full condition

Fail 8 Mar 2016 106,006 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

plastic under shield unable to check full condition

Pass 8 May 2014 94,291 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 94,287 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 88,704 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 81,986 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 76,415 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 72,333 miles

corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 18 May 2010 72,276 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 64,643 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 64,522 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 48,488 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

oil leak on engine

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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FA04 TYB is a 2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 54,690 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 Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA04 TYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FA04 TYB is a 2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 2 July 2004.

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