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YC54 BWZ

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

75,279 mi
Last recorded75,279 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC54 BWZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 75,279 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 75,277 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2022 75,264 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2020 72,750 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 64,842 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 57,477 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 57,477 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 50,666 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 45,911 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 45,909 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 45,476 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 45,458 miles

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 15,850 miles

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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YC54 BWZ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YC54 BWZ, 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.

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What year was YC54 BWZ registered?

YC54 BWZ is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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The MOT history for YC54 BWZ shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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