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KW04 ZJZ

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

62,875 mi
Last recorded62,875 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW04 ZJZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 62,875 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 62,870 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

rear bumper slightly insecure

Pass 8 Oct 2018 60,550 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 59,509 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 59,509 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 55,317 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 51,228 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 49,373 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 47,095 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 45,815 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 45,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres starting to perish by treads

Pass 20 Jun 2011 40,720 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 40,704 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

both front tyres age cracked

Pass 12 Jun 2010 34,569 miles

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

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

both front tyres age cracked

front brake discs getting corrard

slight chip in windowscreen nsf

Pass 20 Jun 2009 28,827 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 28,827 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 25,749 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 22,905 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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KW04 ZJZ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 48,984 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW04 ZJZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KW04 ZJZ registered?

KW04 ZJZ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 15 March 2004.

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