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KS05 HCH

2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,344 mi
Last recorded69,344 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto60,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 HCH
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion Semi-auto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 69,344 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 65,944 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 64,829 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 62,775 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2019 62,745 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 60,770 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 59,325 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 57,299 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 55,646 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 55,646 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 54,091 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 9 Oct 2013 53,950 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 52,299 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 45,438 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 38,687 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 36,100 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 32,847 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 24,994 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto?

Based on 10,625 MOT tests across 639 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,840
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
639
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 273
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 264
Registration plate lamp not working 239
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 209
position lamp(s) not working 137
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KS05 HCH is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 60,788 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 273 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS05 HCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS05 HCH registered?

KS05 HCH is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is KS05 HCH safe to buy?

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