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OU04 CWV

2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,237 mi
Last recorded75,237 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet48,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 CWV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 75,237 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 75,237 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 70,896 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 10 Aug 2017 70,896 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 13 Aug 2016 60,812 miles

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 55,684 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jul 2014 51,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 51,295 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 47,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 47,834 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 44,664 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 44,661 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 40,788 miles

full undershields fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2010 35,403 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 35,401 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2009 29,290 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 22,259 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 17,476 miles

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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OU04 CWV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 OU04 CWV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OU04 CWV?

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What year was OU04 CWV registered?

OU04 CWV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is OU04 CWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU04 CWV shows 18 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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