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LA04 YXY

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,300 mi
Last recorded50,300 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 YXY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 50,300 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 48,561 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Feb 2018 48,557 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 46,812 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre inner edge ()

Pass 26 Jan 2016 45,728 miles

Covers Fitted Under Vehicle

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 44,797 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 43,022 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 43,017 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 41,288 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 39,520 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 39,511 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 36,613 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 34,905 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 32,982 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 26,861 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 19,051 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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LA04 YXY is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LA04 YXY, 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

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What year was LA04 YXY registered?

LA04 YXY is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is LA04 YXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA04 YXY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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