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LA05 BKJ

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,535 mi
Last recorded49,535 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 49,535 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 49,498 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 49,005 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 47,465 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 44,939 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 43,396 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 40,825 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Apr 2018 38,541 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Apr 2017 37,216 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side slightly worn (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 35,313 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 34,048 miles

All four tyres are cracking,Offside front is badly cracking.

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 32,309 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 30,292 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 28,840 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 25,533 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,108 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 17,407 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 12,903 miles

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 BKJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BKJ, 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 BKJ registered?

LA05 BKJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is LA05 BKJ safe to buy?

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