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GP55 WGJ

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,587 mi
Last recorded109,587 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 WGJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 109,587 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2018 109,587 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 102,089 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

cover sills fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2016 94,165 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 85,448 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 85,448 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 78,216 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 70,138 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Dec 2012 54,269 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 54,269 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Nov 2011 39,783 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 26,064 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 22,098 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 17,001 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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GP55 WGJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GP55 WGJ, 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.

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What year was GP55 WGJ registered?

GP55 WGJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is GP55 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP55 WGJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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