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FG55 KOE

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,204 mi
Last recorded121,204 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 KOE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2013 121,204 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 112,851 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 103,598 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 103,598 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 76,715 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 57,870 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2009 57,870 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 30,671 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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FG55 KOE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black 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 FG55 KOE, 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

How do I check the history of FG55 KOE?

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What year was FG55 KOE registered?

FG55 KOE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is FG55 KOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 KOE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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