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GP54 JHE

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

103,111 mi
Last recorded103,111 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP54 JHE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 103,111 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 95,259 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2024 88,211 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both are degraded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 May 2024 88,211 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both are degraded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Quick clean & Polish (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Quick clean & Polish (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Replaced Bulb (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 81,203 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 74,348 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 74,348 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect clean & polish (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect clean & polish (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working replace bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2021 65,737 miles

Nearside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test In Wiper sweep move above

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 56,092 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 56,091 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 48,723 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 48,723 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 42,725 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 38,595 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 35,966 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 35,744 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 29,159 miles

nearside front tyre starting to perish

Fail 4 Dec 2012 29,149 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres is slightly cracks

Pass 14 Sep 2011 28,068 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 26,811 miles

both rear tyre cracking on tread

mark across front screen

slight noise gearbox area

Fail 28 Sep 2010 26,809 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyre cracking on tread

mark across front screen

slight noise gearbox area

Pass 8 Jun 2009 24,780 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brakes slightly uneven

scratch on front screen from wiper blade

Pass 8 Feb 2008 21,397 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 21,395 miles

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

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

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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GP54 JHE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP54 JHE, 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 GP54 JHE registered?

GP54 JHE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 27 January 2005.

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