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SF04 UFU

2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,066 mi
Last recorded86,066 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto55,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 UFU
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Brabus Auto
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 86,066 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 76,334 miles

n/s/f flexi brake hose starting to perish

o/s/f brake pipe getting corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2014 76,334 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

n/s/f flexi brake hose starting to perish

o/s/f brake pipe getting corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2013 63,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers poor just ok for test

Pass 23 Jul 2012 53,833 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 41,854 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 41,184 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 36,287 miles

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

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

nearside sill trim missing

Pass 6 Oct 2008 25,281 miles

slight front brake imbalance

Fail 17 Apr 2007 9,421 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 9,421 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Brabus Auto?

Based on 3,412 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 78
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
position lamp(s) not working 55
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 44
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
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SF04 UFU is a 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 55,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Brabus Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF04 UFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Brabus Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Roadster Brabus Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF04 UFU registered?

SF04 UFU is a 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto, first registered on 7 April 2004.

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