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LJ04 PKV

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 PKV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2018
Pass 28 Dec 2017 83,113 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017

front brake discs pitted

slight play in offside front lower ball joint

Pass 25 Jun 2015 71,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front lower ball joints repaired with sealer

residue on fuel filter no visible leak

Fail 25 Jun 2015 71,233 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

residue on fuel filter no visible leak

Pass 26 Jun 2014 61,549 miles

Corrosion to rear shock absorber bodeies and general deterioration to mounting bushes

General corrosion to suspension subframes and components

Plastic covers and trays preventing full examination of underside

Some judder from o/s/f brake

Pass 28 May 2013 58,057 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 58,057 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 57,325 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 57,325 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 56,488 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 55,768 miles

front discs corroding inner face

Fail 25 Jun 2010 55,768 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front discs corroding inner face

Fail 27 Mar 2009 50,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 50,921 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 38,270 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 21,296 miles

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
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LJ04 PKV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LJ04 PKV, 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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LJ04 PKV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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