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GL04 VMC

2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,943 mi
Last recorded75,943 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto48,120 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 VMC
MakeSmart
ModelCity Passion 61 Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2017 75,943 miles

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

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 70,477 miles

Oil leak ()

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2015 63,642 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 57,812 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 55,190 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 10 May 2013 55,189 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 50,371 miles

o/s/f tyre worn unevenly and on limit

Pass 27 Apr 2011
Fail 17 Feb 2010 26,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 26,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 14,317 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 11,850 miles

How Reliable is the Smart City Passion 61 Auto?

Based on 27,463 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
3,301
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Stop lamp not working 641
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 436
Headlamp aim too low 432
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 411
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GL04 VMC is a 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 48,120 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Passion 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 681 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL04 VMC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Passion 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Smart City Passion 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL04 VMC registered?

GL04 VMC is a 2004 Smart City Passion 61 Auto, first registered on 19 May 2004.

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