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FX04 HMV

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,833 mi
Last recorded80,833 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 HMV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2015 80,833 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 80,802 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 80,387 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 80,387 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 73,710 miles

Oil leak

sump corroded

Fail 10 Mar 2012 73,283 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

sump corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2011 53,008 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 42,179 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

advise sill covers fitted

advise underbody kit fitted

Fail 15 Feb 2010 42,176 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

advise sill covers fitted

advise underbody kit fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2009 30,081 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 21,669 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 14,778 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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FX04 HMV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FX04 HMV, 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 FX04 HMV registered?

FX04 HMV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 11 March 2004.

Is FX04 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 HMV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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