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LC54 OMV

2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

76,157 mi
Last recorded76,157 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet48,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC54 OMV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 76,157 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 72,353 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge 2.5mm+ (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective judders (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 69,357 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 66,353 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 62,528 miles

Loud whirring from engine

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

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 62,522 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Loud whirring from engine

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

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 56,818 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 53,388 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 53,387 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Not working with sidelight on (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 49,142 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 43,732 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 38,045 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 38,045 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 33,639 miles

Windows appear tinted

Fail 18 Sep 2015 33,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windows appear tinted

Pass 20 Sep 2014 30,290 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 30,290 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 26,993 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 23,682 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,635 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 16,201 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 14,407 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 11,680 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 11,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 12 Dec 2007 8,715 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 8,715 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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LC54 OMV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 48,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC54 OMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LC54 OMV registered?

LC54 OMV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 24 November 2004.

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