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BV55 YBO

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,806 mi
Last recorded161,806 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 YBO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 161,806 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

front an drear suspension components corroded

front lamps deteriorated

wipers worn

Pass 7 Jan 2020 156,922 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 148,550 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 140,802 miles

both front tyres nearing limit

Fail 7 Nov 2017 140,801 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front tyres nearing limit

Pass 12 May 2016 133,527 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015
Pass 14 Dec 2013 114,505 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 101,719 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Oct 2011 82,481 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 82,481 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 11 Nov 2010 56,735 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 56,735 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 28,947 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 21,299 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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BV55 YBO is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BV55 YBO, 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 BV55 YBO registered?

BV55 YBO is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BV55 YBO safe to buy?

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