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HG05 SLU

2005 Smart Forfour Passion

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

129,637 mi
Last recorded129,637 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Passion67,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 SLU
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 129,637 miles

Front pads low

Wiper blades perished

Pass 6 Jun 2017 119,842 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 114,131 miles

n/s rear tyre has nail in

Fail 20 Jun 2016 114,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s rear tyre has nail in

Pass 20 May 2015 112,429 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 101,134 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 101,134 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 May 2013 78,419 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 78,419 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Jun 2012 60,982 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 60,982 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 49,760 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 37,912 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 27,071 miles

condition of inner pads all round not known!limited vision

nearside wiper rubber splitting,advise renewing

very slight rumble felt at offside front wheel bearing

Pass 20 Jun 2008 16,486 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Passion?

Based on 17,805 MOT tests across 1,032 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,365
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 454
Registration plate lamp not working 440
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 389
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 321
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 213
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HG05 SLU is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Passion models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 67,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Passion fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG05 SLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HG05 SLU?

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What year was HG05 SLU registered?

HG05 SLU is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is HG05 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 SLU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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