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L8 PTM

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

75,093 mi
Last recorded75,093 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2014
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 PTM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2014 75,093 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Feb 2014 75,093 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2013 64,818 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oilpan pourus oil bleeding through metal

Pass 13 Mar 2012 56,951 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 48,981 miles

uderbody shields fitted to vehicle

Pass 10 Mar 2010 40,490 miles

underbody panels fitted to vehicle

Pass 16 Feb 2009 31,867 miles

all tyres down to 2mm tread depth on edges.

front brake pads wearing low.

Fail 16 Feb 2009 31,867 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all tyres down to 2mm tread depth on edges.

front brake pads wearing low.

Pass 14 Jan 2008 21,974 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 21,974 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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
Full Smart (mcc) Cabriolet reliability report

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L8 PTM is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 L8 PTM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L8 PTM?

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What year was L8 PTM registered?

L8 PTM is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is L8 PTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 PTM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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