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KU55 KGV

2005 Smart Forfour Passion

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,044 mi
Last recorded137,044 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Passion67,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 KGV
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 137,044 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald advise to be replaced asap (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald advise to be replaced asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

hand brake lever high

Pass 22 Dec 2021 132,639 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 129,202 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald advise to be replaced asap (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 118,908 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 109,050 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald advise to be replaced asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 99,408 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 86,709 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 70,471 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 66,595 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 59,319 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing low on edges

Fail 13 Aug 2013 59,319 miles

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

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

n/s/f tyre wearing low on edges

Pass 7 Sep 2012 54,144 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 46,977 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 38,981 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 32,469 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 32,466 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 27,740 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2008 27,740 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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KU55 KGV is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion 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 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 KU55 KGV, 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.

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What year was KU55 KGV registered?

KU55 KGV is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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