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FD53 YPG

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,127 mi
Last recorded70,127 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 YPG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2015 70,127 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jan 2015 70,116 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 68,056 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2013 64,072 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 64,072 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 60,101 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 51,123 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 43,663 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 38,728 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 33,699 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 33,698 miles

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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FD53 YPG is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,856 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD53 YPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD53 YPG registered?

FD53 YPG is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 2 February 2004.

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