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AK55 RPV

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,939 mi
Last recorded110,939 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 RPV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 110,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2021 101,286 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

top covers under trays fitted

Pass 14 May 2020 98,608 miles

engine/sill covers

Fail 13 May 2020 98,604 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine/sill covers

Pass 9 May 2019 94,602 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 89,346 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 79,231 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 79,231 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 72,204 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 65,392 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 65,339 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 59,982 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 53,856 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 48,584 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 43,222 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 36,918 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 23,367 miles

both rear tyres on 3mm (1.6mm legal limit)

Fail 8 Oct 2008 23,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres on 3mm (1.6mm legal limit)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?

Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
4,633
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
26,709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,283
Registration plate lamp not working 2,059
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,676
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AK55 RPV is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 65,030 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK55 RPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK55 RPV registered?

AK55 RPV is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is AK55 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 RPV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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