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LG55 ACV

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,278 mi
Last recorded52,278 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 ACV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 52,278 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 52,278 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 80,501 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 50,800 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 49,244 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 45,571 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 41,801 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2018 41,801 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 38,749 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 35,977 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 33,868 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 31,637 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 26,714 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 13,328 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 13,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 12,307 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 12,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 10,716 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 10,716 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 8,779 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 8,779 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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LG55 ACV is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LG55 ACV, 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

How do I check the history of LG55 ACV?

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What year was LG55 ACV registered?

LG55 ACV is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is LG55 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 ACV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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