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MX04 HTY

2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,480 mi
Last recorded77,480 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto50,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX04 HTY
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 77,480 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 77,451 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 74,083 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 69,813 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 69,813 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 67,791 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 May 2012 56,936 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 4 May 2012 56,936 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 49,895 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 43,012 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 34,615 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 26,363 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,652 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 19,419 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

drivers seat belt webing twisted

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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MX04 HTY is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MX04 HTY, 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 MX04 HTY registered?

MX04 HTY is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is MX04 HTY safe to buy?

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