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KN54 FLJ

2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

48,947 mi
Last recorded48,947 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour67,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN54 FLJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 48,947 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 48,540 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 48,243 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 48,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 47,045 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 82,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2018 46,094 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 45,299 miles

Front HEADLAMP lens in poor condition

Front tyres perished

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 44,382 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 16 Jul 2016 44,382 miles

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

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

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 42,966 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front windscreen wiper torn.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2015 42,966 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front windscreen wiper torn.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 41,379 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 40,617 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 38,604 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

air conditioner radiator leaking

Pass 10 Dec 2011 37,283 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 36,978 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 24 Sep 2010 35,885 miles

front pads low 90 % worn

front wipers torn

nearside front tyre has a slight kick

rear pads low 90 % worn

service light on

Pass 17 Sep 2009 34,103 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 32,265 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 26,246 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?

Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
4,633
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
26,709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,283
Registration plate lamp not working 2,059
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,676
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KN54 FLJ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 67,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KN54 FLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was KN54 FLJ registered?

KN54 FLJ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is KN54 FLJ safe to buy?

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