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VU04 LML

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,127 mi
Last recorded57,127 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 LML
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 57,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 56,853 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 56,537 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 59,999 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 55,444 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 54,850 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 53,862 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 53,862 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 145/65R15 72T (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2016 53,084 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 46,176 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 43,929 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 43,911 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 42,669 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 42,669 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 38,595 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 34,625 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 27,881 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 26,889 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 22,680 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 22,675 miles

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

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)

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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VU04 LML is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VU04 LML, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU04 LML?

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What year was VU04 LML registered?

VU04 LML is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is VU04 LML safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 LML shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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