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LD54 MWY

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,069 mi
Last recorded68,069 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 MWY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2022 68,069 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 63,407 miles

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2021 63,407 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 61,529 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 53,517 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 53,074 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Under covers fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2017 51,917 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 51,917 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 43,942 miles

Nearside rear tyre has age cracks on the inner side wall

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 36,078 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 34,664 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014 34,664 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 31,993 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 29,421 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 26,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 26,751 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 3,571 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 17,754 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 17,754 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 16,401 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 12,596 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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
Full Smart (mcc) City Coupe reliability report

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LD54 MWY is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 LD54 MWY, 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.

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LD54 MWY is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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