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MH04 NVE

2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto50,017 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH04 NVE
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016

Bumper insecure ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Nov 2016

Bumper insecure ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 63,431 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 65,732 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nsf osf tyre uneven wear

Pass 30 May 2013 57,067 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 57,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 47,352 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 35,051 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 28,411 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 28,911 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 19,071 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 13,506 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
3,520
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 82
Stop lamp not working 78
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 45
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MH04 NVE is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto 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 Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 50,017 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MH04 NVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MH04 NVE registered?

MH04 NVE is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 9 March 2004.

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