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KX04 BGJ

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Grey Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

61,651 mi
Last recorded61,651 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX04 BGJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 61,651 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 61,651 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 51,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 40,381 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 30 Jan 2024 40,381 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 17 Jan 2023 40,153 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 17 Jan 2023 40,153 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 11 Aug 2021 39,793 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 39,541 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 25 Jul 2019 38,981 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 25 Jul 2019 38,981 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 25 Jul 2018 38,213 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 25 Jul 2018 38,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 26 Jul 2017 37,094 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2016 35,525 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2015 33,869 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2014 32,182 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 30,660 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 29,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2011 27,551 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 25,110 miles

front tyres cracking up on outer wall

Pass 25 Jul 2009 23,172 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 20,124 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 17,011 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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KX04 BGJ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Grey with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 KX04 BGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX04 BGJ registered?

KX04 BGJ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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