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SJ54 JBH

2004 Smart Forfour Passion

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,503 mi
Last recorded77,503 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Smart Forfour Passion65,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ54 JBH
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 77,503 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 74,474 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 70,995 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 70,995 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2016 70,738 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component missing Sensor (3.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding Unable to check wheel bearing (3.7.B.1)

Power steering malfunctioning Heavy and not returning to centre (2.3.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 64,684 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 55,566 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 55,566 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 2 Aug 2013 44,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 44,711 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 44,708 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 15 Jul 2013 44,705 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2012 42,452 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 38,864 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 35,293 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 30,289 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 25,032 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 19,862 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Passion?

Based on 17,805 MOT tests across 1,032 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,365
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 454
Registration plate lamp not working 440
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 389
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 321
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 213
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SJ54 JBH is a 2004 Smart Forfour Passion in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart Forfour Passion models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 65,766 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 Forfour Passion fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ54 JBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Passion typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Forfour Passion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SJ54 JBH registered?

SJ54 JBH is a 2004 Smart Forfour Passion, first registered on 20 November 2004.

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