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SC54 PVF

2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,992 mi
Last recorded74,992 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet48,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 PVF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 74,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays

Fail 5 Dec 2025 74,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 73,969 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2023 70,996 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2022 69,839 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 69,070 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 67,735 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 60,943 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 57,092 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 57,092 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 56,117 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 54,997 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 53,693 miles

plastic covers fitted to under side of car at time of test unable to check all conponents

Pass 13 Jan 2012 53,437 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 45,122 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 36,411 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 27,396 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 20 Dec 2007 17,294 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 17,294 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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SC54 PVF is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SC54 PVF, 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

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What year was SC54 PVF registered?

SC54 PVF is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is SC54 PVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC54 PVF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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