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BF55 ZSJ

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,607 mi
Last recorded119,607 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 ZSJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 119,607 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive rubber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 117,632 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 111,313 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 107,054 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 98,399 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 85,107 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 73,185 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 60,879 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 49,804 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 38,094 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres feathering on edges and front wheel alignment may be slightly out of tolerance

Pass 4 Dec 2008 27,139 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 27,139 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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BF55 ZSJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BF55 ZSJ, 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.

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What year was BF55 ZSJ registered?

BF55 ZSJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 23 December 2005.

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