Archived DVLA Record

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe 0.7L Petrol · SN04 CTY

SN04 CTY

2004 Smart (mcc) City Coupe (0.7L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2004. Recorded mileage 94,589 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SMART (MCC) CITY COUPE
Year / Origin
2004 · Edinburgh
MOT Status
Valid until 12/03/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
94,589 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 12/03/2026
Tax Status
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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 presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent inspection conducted on 13 March 2025 at 94,589 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components have maintained a consistent standard over the last several years. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap in usage between October 2020 and October 2022, where the car covered only 1,565 miles over two years. Since the October 2022 test, usage has increased more steadily, covering 11,635 miles by the March 2025 inspection. This low annual mileage reduces general wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it increases the risk of age-related rubber degradation and fluid-related issues during long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the sassis, as older Smart cars are prone to corrosion in the rear subframe and mounting points. While the record shows no recurring failures, the single failure in October 2022 at 82,942 miles suggests a minor defect was present that was rectified before the subsequent pass. Given the low mileage, inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and brake lines for cracking or perished rubber, as these components often fail due to age rather than mechanical fatigue.

SN04 CTY Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2025
  • 94,589 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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SN04 CTY Mileage History

  1. 24/10/202282,942 mi
  2. 25/10/202282,954 mi+12 mi
  3. 11/01/202489,363 mi+6,409 mi
  4. 13/03/202594,589 mi+5,226 mi

Average of roughly 4,885 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

SN04 CTY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Smart (Mcc) City Coupe (SN04 CTY) between October 2022 and March 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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