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BX55 VWU

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,079 mi
Last recorded93,079 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 VWU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 93,079 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 May 2019 85,597 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 85,485 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 1 May 2018 79,423 miles

Front exhaust clamp corroded

Fail 1 May 2018 79,423 miles

Front exhaust clamp corroded

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 74,299 miles

Front exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2016 68,924 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn to bald patch outer tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside and nearside front tyres worn edges of treads

Pass 5 May 2015 64,134 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 58,510 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 52,675 miles

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

advise replacing offside front tyre asap

Pass 15 May 2012 47,104 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 37,754 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 30,686 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 21,802 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 21,802 miles

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

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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BX55 VWU is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel 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 BX55 VWU, 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 BX55 VWU registered?

BX55 VWU is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 23 December 2005.

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