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SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A (2004)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 35 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

66%

Total Tests (2024)

35

Avg Mileage

61,056 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,740

Is the 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SMART brand average of 80%.

At 20 years old, 66% of SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN As from 2004 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 35 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 61,056 miles.

How does the 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A compare?

Rank among all 2004 cars435th out of 491(top 89%)
Rank among all SMART models118th out of 123(top 96%)
vs national average-16% (82% avg)
vs 2004 cars average-6% (72% avg)
vs SMART average-14% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A has 61,056 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

How much does a 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 698cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,740
Per month£145/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A

The 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A is a city car with a 698cc petrol engine. 35 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 2004 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 61,056 miles at 20 years old, SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A Fuel Costs

The modest 698cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,740 (£145/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

Buying a Used 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A

At 20 years old, the SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 35 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2004 SMART FORTWO PASSION SP-G EDN A

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