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LA05 AEE

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,665 mi
Last recorded39,665 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 AEE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2014 39,665 miles

1.advice rear wiper blade split./broken.

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

Fail 15 Jan 2013 33,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 33,231 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 33,064 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 30,020 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 30,017 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 25,330 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 20,471 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 14,759 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 14,759 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LA05 AEE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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

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 LA05 AEE, 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 LA05 AEE registered?

LA05 AEE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is LA05 AEE safe to buy?

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