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BG55 PVZ

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

125,576 mi
Last recorded125,576 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 PVZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 125,576 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 123,729 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 123,016 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 121,505 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 116,318 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 72,571 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 95,449 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 87,029 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 84,231 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 84,231 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 78,296 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 72,935 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 72,935 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2009 68,015 miles

FEW BULBS NOT WORKING IN HIGH VIZ BRAKE LIGHT

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

PLASTIC SILLS RESTRICTING VIEW

REAR BRAKES SLIGHTLY IMBALANCED

Pass 27 Oct 2009 68,015 miles

FEW BULBS NOT WORKING IN HIGH VIZ BRAKE LIGHT

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

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

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

PLASTIC SILLS RESTRICTING VIEW

REAR BRAKES SLIGHTLY IMBALANCED

Pass 8 Oct 2008 61,246 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 61,246 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 PVZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PVZ, 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 PVZ registered?

BG55 PVZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 3 October 2005.

Is BG55 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 PVZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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