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KV54 PGZ

2004 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

123,755 mi
Last recorded123,755 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Smart Forfour Pulse71,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV54 PGZ
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 123,755 miles

slight play o/s/f droplink

Fail 27 Jul 2015 123,755 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

slight play o/s/f droplink

Pass 26 Jun 2014 118,831 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 106,918 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 94,230 miles

E.M.L LIGHT ON

Fail 15 Jul 2011 75,028 miles

Both front tyres cracking in treads

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 75,028 miles

Both front tyres cracking in treads

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 64,203 miles

centre stop lamp has elements missing

front brake discs worn

n/s/f tyre has cut on outside wall

Fail 19 Aug 2009 52,518 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 52,518 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 46,727 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 36,375 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 36,375 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

corrosion to rear brake discs

rear brakes binding slightly

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Pulse?

Based on 12,769 MOT tests across 738 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
5,821
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
738
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 444
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Registration plate lamp not working 409
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 337
Stop lamp not working 237
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KV54 PGZ is a 2004 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Smart Forfour Pulse models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 71,124 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Pulse fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 444 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV54 PGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was KV54 PGZ registered?

KV54 PGZ is a 2004 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 19 November 2004.

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