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KX04 RYM

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,473 mi
Last recorded74,473 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX04 RYM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 74,473 miles

Nearside Rear Driveshaft is slightly worn

Nearside Rear Tyre is starting to split

Offside Rear Tyre is starting to split

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Dec 2016 74,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Driveshaft is slightly worn

Nearside Rear Tyre is starting to split

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre is starting to split

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Dec 2015 71,892 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 70,167 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 70,167 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 67,078 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 59,558 miles

front disc inner faces rusted

Pass 10 Feb 2011 57,992 miles

both front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2010 54,741 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 54,741 miles

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

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 47,219 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 47,217 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

advise; o/s/f door difficult to open from outside

Pass 27 Feb 2008 38,340 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 29,541 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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 RYM is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RYM, 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 RYM registered?

KX04 RYM is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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The MOT history for KX04 RYM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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