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BU53 ZFY

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,740 mi
Last recorded70,740 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ZFY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2021 70,740 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

fuel cap seal cracked within the limit

Pass 6 Sep 2019 69,079 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 62,357 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Undertray fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2017 54,506 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Aug 2017 54,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Aug 2016 49,149 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 49,141 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 42,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

some cracking in drivers rear tyre on outter wall

Pass 23 Sep 2014 42,828 miles

some cracking in drivers rear tyre on outter wall

Pass 26 Sep 2013 42,157 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 42,157 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2012 41,817 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 41,135 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 38,989 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 36,189 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 29,934 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 ZFY is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZFY, 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

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What year was BU53 ZFY registered?

BU53 ZFY is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 26 January 2004.

Is BU53 ZFY safe to buy?

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