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WM04 EWL

2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,895 mi
Last recorded57,895 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet48,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM04 EWL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2022 57,895 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 56,168 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 54,682 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 51,855 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 49,769 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 47,765 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 45,286 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 39,423 miles

Both front side repeaters starting to discolour.

Engine oil level low.

O/s/f outter track rod end gaiter loose but not insecure.

Slight play detected within n/s/f top damper mount.

Fail 14 Dec 2015 39,423 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Both front side repeaters starting to discolour.

Engine oil level low.

O/s/f outter track rod end gaiter loose but not insecure.

Slight play detected within n/s/f top damper mount.

Pass 2 Dec 2014 32,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Dec 2013 24,020 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 24,020 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 18,537 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 18,537 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres cracking in side walls and tread [perrished]

Pass 13 Dec 2011 12,400 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 10,113 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 8,327 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 6,854 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 4,363 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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WM04 EWL is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 48,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM04 EWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM04 EWL registered?

WM04 EWL is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is WM04 EWL safe to buy?

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