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CE54 KWH

2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,403 mi
Last recorded77,403 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto50,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE54 KWH
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 77,403 miles

Rear subframe rusty

Fail 29 May 2025 77,402 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear subframe rusty

Pass 7 Mar 2024 77,187 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s front, and n/s/r brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated,,, recommend replace

o/s and n/s headlamp lenses, slight deterioration, outputs slightly reduced,,, o/s headlamp lens, water condensation

o/s/f tyre, is 10 years old

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view of some testable items

Fail 7 Mar 2024 77,187 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s front, and n/s/r brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working o/s and n/s (3.5 (a))

fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated,,, recommend replace

o/s and n/s headlamp lenses, slight deterioration, outputs slightly reduced,,, o/s headlamp lens, water condensation

o/s/f tyre, is 10 years old

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view of some testable items

Pass 28 Feb 2023 76,899 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive recommend check (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear subframe, surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view of some testable items

Pass 22 Feb 2022 75,182 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 75,182 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 74,659 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 68,619 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 59,320 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 43,750 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 43,742 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 42,396 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 42,394 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 36,672 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 36,672 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 14 Jan 2011 31,418 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 31,418 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 24,776 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front pads look low(inners)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 13,360 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight cracking of tyre wall on N/S/F Tyre

Pass 5 Feb 2008 11,581 miles

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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CE54 KWH is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CE54 KWH, 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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CE54 KWH is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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