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SF54 RFX

2004 Smart Forfour Black Edition

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,567 mi
Last recorded94,567 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2013
Typical for 2004 Smart Forfour Black Edition63,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF54 RFX
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Black Edition
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2013 94,567 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 94,565 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 84,758 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 76,777 miles

Airbag light on

Pass 4 Nov 2010 67,589 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 62,185 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 55,488 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 47,294 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 47,294 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Black Edition?

Based on 4,486 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,592
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 146
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 139
Registration plate lamp not working 132
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
position lamp(s) not working 83
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SF54 RFX is a 2004 Smart Forfour Black Edition in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Smart Forfour Black Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 63,230 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Black Edition fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF54 RFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF54 RFX registered?

SF54 RFX is a 2004 Smart Forfour Black Edition, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is SF54 RFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF54 RFX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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