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RF04 YLP

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,540 mi
Last recorded31,540 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF04 YLP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 31,540 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 29 Jun 2026 31,513 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 29,317 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 26,663 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 23,563 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear beam axle nearside to offside (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 23,518 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 22,737 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 22,420 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 21,886 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 20,852 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 20,128 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 18,757 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 17,434 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 16,092 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 14,765 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 12,833 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 10,838 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 8,008 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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RF04 YLP is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RF04 YLP, 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.

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What year was RF04 YLP registered?

RF04 YLP is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 4 June 2004.

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