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SD54 EJC

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,221 mi
Last recorded61,221 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD54 EJC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 61,221 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 58,000 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR FRAME AND COMPONENTS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 58,000 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR FRAME AND COMPONENTS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2025 58,000 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR FRAME AND COMPONENTS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 54,474 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted O/S/R AND N/S/R, INNER RIM, SLIGHTLY DISTORTED. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR SUBFRAMES AND COMPONENTS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing REAR TYRES, PERISHING AND CRACKING BETWEEN TREADS, NO CORDS EXPOSED. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 50,800 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 47,525 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 43,996 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 41,731 miles

All brake pipes corroded

Nearside and offside front brake discs corroded

Slight leak on rear exhaust box

Underneath of vehicle corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2018 41,167 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 38,238 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 31,281 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 28,013 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 23,874 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 21,881 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 21,408 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 12 May 2011 21,408 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 15,884 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 15,884 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 12,875 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 12,859 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 9,941 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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SD54 EJC is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 48,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SD54 EJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SD54 EJC registered?

SD54 EJC is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is SD54 EJC safe to buy?

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