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SP04 BOV

2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,223 mi
Last recorded41,223 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto46,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP04 BOV
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 41,223 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Jul 2015 41,229 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 35,687 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 28,847 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 28,847 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 28,723 miles

Limited underside inspection carried out due to body kit being fitted

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 28,720 miles

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

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

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

Limited underside inspection carried out due to body kit being fitted

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 26,056 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,259 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2009 15,763 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 10,179 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 3,978 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
3,586
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
position lamp(s) not working 31
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SP04 BOV is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 46,930 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP04 BOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP04 BOV registered?

SP04 BOV is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 24 March 2004.

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