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2004 Smart Fortwo Coupe 0.7L Petrol · KX04 CDL

KX04 CDL

2004 Smart Fortwo Coupe (0.7L, petrol). First registered 01/08/2004. Recorded mileage 65,845 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/06/2027.

Make & Model
SMART FORTWO COUPE
Year / Origin
2004 · Northampton
MOT Status
Valid until 21/08/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/06/2027)
Recorded Mileage
65,845 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 0.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 21/08/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/06/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2004
Engine
698cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 18 August 2025 with 65,845 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently achieved passes following immediate rectifications of previous failures. While the record shows failures in both 2024 and 2025, the subsequent passes on the same day suggest that minor defects were addressed promptly rather than indicating deep mechanical neglect. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. Between the August 2023 test at 63,234 miles and the August 2024 test at 64,921 miles, the car covered only 1,687 miles in twelve months. This low usage suggests the vehicle likely sits for long periods, which reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain but often leads to issues such as perished rubber components, seized seals, or surface rust on braking components that are not regularly exercised. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and rear suspension mounting points, as older Smart models are prone to corrosion if left stationary. Despite the clean pass record, the low mileage necessitates a check for brake caliper seizing and pitting on the brake discs caused by lack of use. Inspect the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for dry cracking, as age-related degradation often precedes mileage-related wear on vehicles with such low figures.

KX04 CDL Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2025
  • 65,845 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (21 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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KX04 CDL Mileage History

  1. 23/08/202363,234 mi
  2. 21/08/202464,904 mi+1,670 mi
  3. 23/08/202464,921 mi+17 mi
  4. 18/08/202565,845 mi+924 mi
  5. 18/08/202565,845 mi

Average of roughly 1,314 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KX04 CDL MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Smart Fortwo Coupe (KX04 CDL) between August 2023 and August 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 18 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (21 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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