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MX04 HNK

2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,695 mi
Last recorded141,695 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet48,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX04 HNK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 141,695 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 141,695 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 135,727 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 135,722 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 131,622 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 131,622 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 126,604 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

complete under body has trays fitted

gear box oil leak

n/s/r brake pip[es slightly corroded

o/s/f brae pipe slightly corroded

x4 inner arches covers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2012 119,431 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 119,431 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 112,130 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 102,346 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 83,631 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 638,841 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 45,795 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 45,795 miles

Offside Rear Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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MX04 HNK is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX04 HNK, 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.

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What year was MX04 HNK registered?

MX04 HNK is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 18 March 2004.

Is MX04 HNK safe to buy?

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