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GF05 MWN

2005 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,054 mi
Last recorded71,054 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet47,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 MWN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 71,054 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 65,878 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 60,005 miles

oil intermittent/on /off on idle

Fail 1 Apr 2014 60,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil intermittent/on /off on idle

Pass 25 Mar 2013 55,253 miles

Nearside Front 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 16 Mar 2012 51,580 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 51,576 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 42,627 miles

all 4 wheels slightly distorted

Pass 4 Feb 2010 39,629 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 34,668 miles

Front brake discs worn inner faces /brake pads low .

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
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GF05 MWN is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 47,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF05 MWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF05 MWN registered?

GF05 MWN is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is GF05 MWN safe to buy?

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