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KW05 CKE

2005 Smart Forfour Passion

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

95,763 mi
Last recorded95,763 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Passion67,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 CKE
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 95,763 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 89,191 miles

re test

Fail 24 Dec 2015 89,191 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working switch faulty (1.2.1b)

Fail 2 May 2015 89,123 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 78,194 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 71,147 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 54,235 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 53,013 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 46,450 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 46,440 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 38,806 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 38,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 7 Jul 2008 29,124 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 29,124 miles

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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KW05 CKE is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KW05 CKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KW05 CKE registered?

KW05 CKE is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is KW05 CKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 CKE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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