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VCZ 7304

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

66,637 mi
Last recorded66,637 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCZ 7304
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 66,637 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 66,637 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside front indicator discoloured.

Pass 13 Apr 2016 65,140 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 59,808 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 56,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 56,433 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 54,546 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 54,540 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 28 Nov 2011 53,096 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 53,096 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 52,780 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2011 52,780 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 20 May 2010 47,175 miles
Fail 18 May 2010

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2009 36,915 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 36,915 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 32,804 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 28,085 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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VCZ 7304 is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,856 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCZ 7304, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VCZ 7304 registered?

VCZ 7304 is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is VCZ 7304 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCZ 7304 shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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