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YA04 FTV

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

64,220 mi
Last recorded64,220 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe46,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA04 FTV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 64,220 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 61,987 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

oil leak from engine

plastic covers on floor pans

Pass 17 Jul 2015 60,813 miles

covers fitted to floor pans inspection restricted

Fail 17 Jul 2015 60,813 miles

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

covers fitted to floor pans inspection restricted

Pass 17 Jun 2014 59,243 miles

covers fitted to floor pans inspection restricted

Fail 13 Jun 2014 59,186 miles

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

covers fitted to floor pans inspection restricted

Pass 24 Jun 2013 49,069 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2012 44,301 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 44,301 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,934 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 33,894 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 28,535 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 28,502 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 26,888 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 26,888 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 18,203 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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YA04 FTV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YA04 FTV, 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 YA04 FTV registered?

YA04 FTV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is YA04 FTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA04 FTV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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