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KV05 SZJ

2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,641 mi
Last recorded98,641 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto60,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 SZJ
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion Semi-auto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2021 98,641 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 94,495 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 90,972 miles

both rear tyres are perished

Pass 21 Dec 2018 86,919 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 82,804 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2017 82,804 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 79,843 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 78,525 miles

engine management light on

Fail 31 Dec 2015 78,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

engine management light on

Pass 5 Sep 2014 75,064 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 74,141 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 72,431 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 69,233 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perishing

Fail 14 May 2012 69,233 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 14 Apr 2011 41,618 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front and offside rear tyres perishing

Fail 13 Apr 2011 41,613 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front and offside rear tyres perishing

Pass 30 Jun 2010 30,613 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 30,334 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 26,994 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 24,040 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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KV05 SZJ is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV05 SZJ, 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 KV05 SZJ registered?

KV05 SZJ is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-auto, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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