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AK55 JSY

2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

137,175 mi
Last recorded137,175 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition68,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 JSY
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Black Edition
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 137,175 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 124,318 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Spare Wheel Carrier (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 115,150 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 115,142 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 102,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 93,727 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 83,598 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 69,702 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 56,863 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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

o/s/r tyre deteriorated

Pass 24 Sep 2013 56,863 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

o/s/r tyre deteriorated

Pass 18 Sep 2012 49,275 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 49,275 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 41,420 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 41,420 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 35,835 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 29,544 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 22,320 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Black Edition?

Based on 4,486 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,592
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 146
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 139
Registration plate lamp not working 132
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
position lamp(s) not working 83
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AK55 JSY is a 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 68,778 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Black Edition fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK55 JSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Black Edition typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Forfour Black Edition is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK55 JSY registered?

AK55 JSY is a 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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