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NV04 DWG

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,704 mi
Last recorded65,704 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV04 DWG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 65,704 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 64,309 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 13 Jun 2011 57,954 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 57,954 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 5,858 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on the inner edge

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 16 Jun 2009 44,999 miles

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

handbrake little reserve travel

Fail 16 Jun 2009 44,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

handbrake little reserve travel

Pass 31 Jan 2008 35,875 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 35,875 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

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

oil leak on gearbox

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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NV04 DWG is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NV04 DWG, 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 NV04 DWG?

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What year was NV04 DWG registered?

NV04 DWG is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is NV04 DWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV04 DWG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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