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MEL 11H

2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,027 mi
Last recorded67,027 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour67,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEL 11H
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 67,027 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 63,246 miles

Both headlamp image requirements only just met

Offside Parking brake effort not as good as n/s

Fail 5 Nov 2024 63,246 miles

Both headlamp image requirements only just met

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake effort not as good as n/s

Pass 8 Nov 2023 58,753 miles

Offside headlamp pattern borderline pass

Pass 21 Oct 2022 55,417 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 51,618 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 48,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2019 40,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 82v (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 May 2019 40,888 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 82v (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 35,504 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 32,520 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 29,482 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 26,945 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 24,820 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 21,338 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Oct 2011 19,169 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 19,169 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 17,024 miles

center seat belt not fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2009 16,432 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 12,093 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 9,464 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?

Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
4,633
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
26,709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,283
Registration plate lamp not working 2,059
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,676
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MEL 11H is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 67,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MEL 11H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MEL 11H registered?

MEL 11H is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 16 November 2004.

Is MEL 11H safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEL 11H shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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