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KS04 BXN

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

101,054 mi
Last recorded101,054 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS04 BXN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 101,054 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 92,460 miles

underbody panels fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2024 89,071 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 86,410 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 86,369 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 83,564 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 80,700 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 78,267 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 73,534 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 70,891 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 67,228 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 63,554 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 60,813 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 60,813 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 58,983 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 51,489 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 44,093 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 37,828 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres perished

both rear tyres perished

fuel flap seal deteriorated but still sealing

Fail 16 Aug 2010 37,828 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres perished

both rear tyres perished

fuel flap seal deteriorated but still sealing

Pass 6 Aug 2009 30,778 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

nearside front tyre cracking on tread

offside front tyre cracking on tread

rear registration plate slightly delaminated

Fail 12 Jun 2008 22,226 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

rear registration plate slightly delaminated

Pass 12 Jun 2008 22,226 miles

Oil leak

rear registration plate slightly delaminated

Pass 11 Jun 2007 16,172 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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KS04 BXN is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 55,275 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS04 BXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS04 BXN registered?

KS04 BXN is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 17 May 2004.

Is KS04 BXN safe to buy?

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