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LA05 AEW

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

79,973 mi
Last recorded79,973 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 AEW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 79,973 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 79,973 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 73,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Dec 2016 73,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 69,379 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 69,379 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 64,622 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 64,622 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 59,454 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 52,600 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 42,469 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 32,836 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Pass 8 Jul 2008 19,824 miles

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

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 AEW is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AEW, 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 AEW registered?

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

Is LA05 AEW safe to buy?

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