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LF55 ZSG

2005 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,990 mi
Last recorded68,990 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse69,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 ZSG
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 68,990 miles

N/s/f and O/s/f tyre have slight age cracking on outer edges

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 68,908 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

N/s/f and O/s/f tyre have slight age cracking on outer edges

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 56,605 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 52,604 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 52,604 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 51,407 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 48,925 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 43,492 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 38,496 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 33,142 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 27,320 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 22,402 miles

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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LF55 ZSG is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 69,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LF55 ZSG, 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 21 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 LF55 ZSG registered?

LF55 ZSG is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is LF55 ZSG safe to buy?

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