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OV54 ADO

2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,402 mi
Last recorded148,402 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour67,593 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 ADO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 148,402 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Central Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 147,495 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Feb 2016 147,495 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 138,513 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 128,765 miles

rear tyres age cracking

rear tyres inner edge tread low

Pass 21 Dec 2012 121,148 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 114,651 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 93,790 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 93,790 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 73,526 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 54,857 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 37,757 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?

Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
4,633
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
26,709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,283
Registration plate lamp not working 2,059
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,676
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OV54 ADO is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 67,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV54 ADO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Forfour typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) Forfour is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV54 ADO registered?

OV54 ADO is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is OV54 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV54 ADO shows 12 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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