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FY55 FXH

2005 Smart Forfour Pure

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,479 mi
Last recorded90,479 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Pure60,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 FXH
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pure
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 90,479 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 89,421 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 88,124 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 87,406 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 85,734 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 82,553 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 80,187 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 78,657 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 78,657 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 76,909 miles

EML

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 76,909 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 74,434 miles

eng mang light on

Fail 18 Nov 2014 74,434 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

eng mang light on

Pass 19 Nov 2013 69,771 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 69,771 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 63,211 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 59,998 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 48,371 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 25,293 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 21,862 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Pure?

Based on 4,263 MOT tests across 275 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
5,477
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
275
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 151
Registration plate lamp not working 124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
position lamp(s) not working 65
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FY55 FXH is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pure in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Pure models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 60,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Pure fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY55 FXH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY55 FXH?

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What year was FY55 FXH registered?

FY55 FXH is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pure, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is FY55 FXH safe to buy?

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