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FT04 TZY

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,201 mi
Last recorded90,201 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 TZY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 90,201 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air Freshener ()

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

Fail 22 Sep 2025 90,181 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air Freshener ()

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 89,846 miles

Front Both front Brake discs corroded on inner sides

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2016 88,411 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 78,312 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 78,312 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 76,367 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2012 73,231 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2011 66,673 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 63,258 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 59,577 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 48,761 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 58,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2007 33,691 miles

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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FT04 TZY is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FT04 TZY, 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 FT04 TZY registered?

FT04 TZY is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 18 August 2004.

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