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AV05 BBX

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,401 mi
Last recorded49,401 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 BBX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 49,401 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 49,401 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 46,658 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 43,368 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 40,355 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking on the outer wall

Pass 27 Feb 2012 39,212 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 35,412 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 31,073 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 26,321 miles

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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AV05 BBX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AV05 BBX, 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

How do I check the history of AV05 BBX?

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What year was AV05 BBX registered?

AV05 BBX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AV05 BBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 BBX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV05 BBX have outstanding finance?

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