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AE04 FPG

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,024 mi
Last recorded26,024 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 FPG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 26,024 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 25,399 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 25,399 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 25,335 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 25,057 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 24,798 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 24,372 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 23,066 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 21,891 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 20,764 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 19,731 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 18,739 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 16,945 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 14,443 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 12,109 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 10,159 miles

Nearside Rear 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 5 Aug 2008 15,104 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 13,140 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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AE04 FPG is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE04 FPG, 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 AE04 FPG registered?

AE04 FPG is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is AE04 FPG safe to buy?

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