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LG55 OTM

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,801 mi
Last recorded103,801 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2015 103,801 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 95,483 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 95,482 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 91,753 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 69,921 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 41,702 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 Dec 2010 18,976 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 16,626 miles

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

condition of n/s/f outter tyre side wall

Fail 15 Jan 2009 13,510 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 13,510 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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LG55 OTM is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LG55 OTM, 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 LG55 OTM registered?

LG55 OTM is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LG55 OTM safe to buy?

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