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NV04 ELU

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,221 mi
Last recorded111,221 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV04 ELU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 111,221 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 105,715 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 105,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 95,670 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 95,647 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 92,933 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 88,274 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 84,851 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 81,218 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 78,323 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 76,012 miles

floor cover fitted

front inner brake discs showing corrosion

sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2011 72,696 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 72,345 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r tyre worn close to wear markers.

Pass 11 Jun 2010 68,276 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 63,629 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 52,790 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2008 52,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 39,393 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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NV04 ELU is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NV04 ELU, 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

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What year was NV04 ELU registered?

NV04 ELU is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is NV04 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV04 ELU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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