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YE04 LHA

2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,389 mi
Last recorded99,389 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto50,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE04 LHA
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 99,389 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 99,387 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 99,229 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 99,228 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2016 94,176 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 91,998 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 91,998 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2014

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 83,032 miles

Nearside Front 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 2 Aug 2011 73,304 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 59,586 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 54,488 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 40,787 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 33,995 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 33,995 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
3,520
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 82
Stop lamp not working 78
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 45
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YE04 LHA is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto 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 Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 50,017 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 Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE04 LHA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YE04 LHA is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 20 April 2004.

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