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LA04 MFX

2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

70,469 mi
Last recorded70,469 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto55,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 MFX
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Brabus Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 70,469 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 70,163 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 107,047 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 103,306 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 98,219 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 95,207 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jun 2016 95,205 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2015 82,801 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing little low on inner edge

n/s/r tyre tread wearing low

Pass 20 Jun 2014 72,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2013 57,182 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 50,213 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 46,649 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 36,759 miles

fuel filler cap seal beginning to split

n/s/f roadwheel inner rim slightly buckled

n/s/f tyre tread feathering slightly on inner edge and has nail in tread

Pass 27 May 2009 26,260 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 19,664 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 12,215 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Brabus Auto?

Based on 3,412 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 78
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
position lamp(s) not working 55
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 44
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
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LA04 MFX is a 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 55,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Brabus Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA04 MFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LA04 MFX registered?

LA04 MFX is a 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is LA04 MFX safe to buy?

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