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DA55 KFJ

2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,264 mi
Last recorded54,264 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto49,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 KFJ
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 54,264 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 52,799 miles

brake pipes greased

vehicle fitted with a full undertray not allowing full inspection

Pass 30 Jan 2017 52,605 miles

play in off side front top suspension mount

Fail 26 Jan 2017 52,605 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

play in off side front top suspension mount

Pass 9 Feb 2016 47,726 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 44,497 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 39,598 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 34,615 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 34,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 30,429 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 30,428 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 15 Aug 2011 24,536 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 24,536 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 22,951 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 16,925 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 15,254 miles

NOTE plastic underbody covers fitted preventing full inspection

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
3,586
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
position lamp(s) not working 31
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DA55 KFJ is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 49,998 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA55 KFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DA55 KFJ registered?

DA55 KFJ is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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