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FM04 VYG

2004 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,283 mi
Last recorded76,283 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2008
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet48,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 VYG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2008 76,283 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 54,161 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 54,161 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
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FM04 VYG is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 48,730 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 (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM04 VYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM04 VYG?

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What year was FM04 VYG registered?

FM04 VYG is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 16 July 2004.

Is FM04 VYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 VYG shows 3 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 FM04 VYG have outstanding finance?

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