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HD54 TYO

2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,573 mi
Last recorded97,573 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition68,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD54 TYO
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Black Edition
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 97,573 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 92,743 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2018 92,743 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2017 87,817 miles

parking brake only just met requirements 16%

Fail 11 Feb 2017 87,817 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

parking brake only just met requirements 16%

Pass 13 Feb 2016 82,762 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 82,762 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 77,615 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 77,615 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 72,797 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 72,797 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 67,967 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 59,314 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 49,678 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 29 Jan 2010 40,924 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 32,403 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 32,399 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 24,525 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Black Edition?

Based on 4,486 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,592
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 146
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 139
Registration plate lamp not working 132
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
position lamp(s) not working 83
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HD54 TYO is a 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 68,778 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 Forfour Black Edition fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD54 TYO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Black Edition typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Forfour Black Edition is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HD54 TYO registered?

HD54 TYO is a 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is HD54 TYO safe to buy?

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