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KS05 YXL

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,781 mi
Last recorded86,781 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 YXL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2018 86,781 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 77,628 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 74,423 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 68,548 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 63,534 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 57,644 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 50,587 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 44,135 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 44,135 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 36,781 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 30,952 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 23,029 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)

Fail 1 Jul 2008 23,029 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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)

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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KS05 YXL is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KS05 YXL, 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 KS05 YXL registered?

KS05 YXL is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is KS05 YXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 YXL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS05 YXL have outstanding finance?

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