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YC54 BXA

2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

88,230 mi
Last recorded88,230 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet48,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC54 BXA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 88,230 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 88,230 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 82,709 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 70,787 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 64,840 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 64,840 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 55,529 miles

nearside rear tyre split on inner wall

offside front lower ball joint worn

Pass 14 Aug 2012 46,861 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 46,852 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 36,169 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 36,138 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 9 Aug 2010 29,562 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 28,087 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 25,570 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 21,691 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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YC54 BXA is a 2004 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YC54 BXA, 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 YC54 BXA registered?

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

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The MOT history for YC54 BXA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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