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HF53 PHA

2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,110 mi
Last recorded71,110 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet48,984 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 PHA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 71,110 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 68,309 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Mar 2017 68,308 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 64,847 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 64,847 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 58,314 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 58,314 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 52,832 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 49,363 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2012 45,653 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 42,386 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 42,386 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Corrosion and wear evident,front discs.

Rear tyres cracking.

Pass 13 May 2010 37,444 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 37,444 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 36,851 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 30,271 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 30,271 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 22,571 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 18,242 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 11,407 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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HF53 PHA is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF53 PHA, 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 HF53 PHA registered?

HF53 PHA is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 29 February 2004.

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