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MV53 HTF

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,318 mi
Last recorded66,318 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 HTF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Dec 2012 66,318 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 66,318 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 54,270 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 52,823 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 50,516 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 44,758 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 44,758 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2007 30,785 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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MV53 HTF is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MV53 HTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MV53 HTF?

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What year was MV53 HTF registered?

MV53 HTF is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is MV53 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV53 HTF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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