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LF04 JXL

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,938 mi
Last recorded94,938 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 JXL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 94,938 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Nov 2015 94,215 miles

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

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

engine oil leak

offside rear outer cv boot has small split in it

Pass 10 Oct 2014 91,079 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 2 Jan 2013 84,515 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 13 Dec 2011 76,380 miles

front discs fitted in the wrong direction

Fail 13 Dec 2011 76,380 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front discs fitted in the wrong direction

Pass 3 Dec 2010 66,058 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 60,211 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 50,936 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 50,927 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear lamp cracked

Pass 21 Sep 2007 36,194 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 36,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LF04 JXL is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LF04 JXL, 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.

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What year was LF04 JXL registered?

LF04 JXL is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 24 August 2004.

Is LF04 JXL safe to buy?

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