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BU53 ZFW

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

White Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,951 mi
Last recorded74,951 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ZFW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 74,951 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 68,673 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 68,673 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 65,133 miles

All tyres worn close to limit.

Offside front coil spring corroded.

Pass 22 Oct 2009 46,491 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 21,772 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 18,621 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 7,032 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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BU53 ZFW is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in White with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BU53 ZFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU53 ZFW?

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What year was BU53 ZFW registered?

BU53 ZFW is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 17 February 2004.

Is BU53 ZFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 ZFW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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