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LL04 ZBX

2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

48,247 mi
Last recorded48,247 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet48,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL04 ZBX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 48,247 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 45,915 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 44,467 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 42,944 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 41,815 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 40,139 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 38,719 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 37,045 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

high level not working correctly

Fail 5 Mar 2018 37,045 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

high level not working correctly

Pass 4 Jul 2017 35,872 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 35,136 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 33,736 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 30,987 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 30,987 miles

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 28,883 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 26,449 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 26,449 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advise on engine mount deterorated back of engine

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 24,013 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 27,229 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 27,226 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 19,428 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre cracking on inner walls

Pass 23 Feb 2009 16,330 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 12,367 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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LL04 ZBX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LL04 ZBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LL04 ZBX registered?

LL04 ZBX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 22 March 2004.

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The MOT history for LL04 ZBX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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