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NX54 VJV

2004 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,954 mi
Last recorded97,954 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto64,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX54 VJV
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 97,954 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both door mirror heads damaged

exhaust system corroded[sound at present]

headlamp beam images poor

headlamp lenses clouded/discoloured

n/s/r tyre shows signs of being run underinflated

varoius body damage

Pass 21 Mar 2014 96,217 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 95,017 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Feb 2013 86,731 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 86,731 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 77,709 miles

exhaust system corroded

n/s/f headlamp pattern poor

scratches on windscreen o/s/f edge

various minor body damage

Fail 24 Jan 2012 77,708 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

n/s/f headlamp pattern poor

n/s/r tyre sidewall damaged

scratches on windscreen o/s/f edge

various minor body damage

Pass 11 Jan 2011 69,297 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 58,434 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 17,363 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 47,200 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 33,125 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto?

Based on 10,625 MOT tests across 639 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,840
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
639
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 273
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 264
Registration plate lamp not working 239
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 209
position lamp(s) not working 137
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NX54 VJV is a 2004 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 64,068 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 Forfour Passion Semi-auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 273 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NX54 VJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NX54 VJV registered?

NX54 VJV is a 2004 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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