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BL55 OLA

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,905 mi
Last recorded71,905 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 OLA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2017 71,905 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 28 Dec 2012 89,039 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

engine check light on

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2011 82,204 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine check light on

nsf tyre has damage to outer wall

plastic sill covers fitted

rear brake discs worn

Pass 16 Dec 2010 75,293 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 75,271 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 68,766 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 43,080 miles

n/s front tyre distorting

o/s front indicater bulb degrading

o/s front indicater lense missing

Pass 29 May 2007 9,746 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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BL55 OLA is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Grey with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL55 OLA, 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 BL55 OLA registered?

BL55 OLA is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is BL55 OLA safe to buy?

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