Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

31% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 187 vehicles, the 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto (2004)

187 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.3% first-time pass rate

2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto

CarHunch analysed 187 real MOT records for the 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2004 Smart Roadster struggles at MOT time, with a first-time pass rate of just 72.3% against the UK average of 80%—and that's before you factor in the concerning 31% of these cars that have recorded dangerous defects, which is well above acceptable. The high failure rate isn't down to exceptional mileage; at 62,260 miles median, these are relatively low-mileage examples, suggesting the model has inherent durability issues rather than being worn out by use.

The average car racks up 4.62 failures and 24 advisories per test, painting a picture of a vehicle that tends to develop multiple faults rather than isolated problems. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the suspension, brakes, and electrical systems—the advisory count suggests these are the weak points—and factor in regular maintenance costs given the pattern of recurring issues.

We have limited data for the 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

31%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.62

Over 17.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

62k

Middle half: 47k–77k

For context

These stats describe 187 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 187 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 31% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	185	74.2%	4.65

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

62,260

typical

47,483

low mileage

76,557

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto vehicles fall between 47,483 and 76,557 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 47,483 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 47,483–76,557 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Autos sit.

⚠ Over 103,351 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Auto — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 48% of 2004 Mcc Smart Roadster 80bhp Autos are still active.

Numbers are declining — 68 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (48% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

17.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.62

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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