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BG55 AVK

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

51,851 mi
Last recorded51,851 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 AVK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 51,851 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 48,560 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% High level (1.2.1b)

coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 45,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 22 Jun 2015 45,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 43,553 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2013 41,688 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 41,688 miles

Front Vehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5.b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 39,883 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 37,580 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 34,747 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 31,511 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 25,758 miles

offside rear brake disc scored and pitted.

long handbrake travel.

Fail 27 Nov 2008 25,758 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

long handbrake travel.

offside rear brake disc scored and pitted.

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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BG55 AVK is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BG55 AVK, 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 BG55 AVK registered?

BG55 AVK is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is BG55 AVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 AVK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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