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MJ05 VNY

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,588 mi
Last recorded53,588 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 VNY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 53,588 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured on both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 53,588 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured on both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 48,777 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 42,811 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 37,566 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 31,752 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 29,702 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 25,193 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre cut but not deep enough to expose ply or cord

Pass 16 Dec 2013 17,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 13,127 miles

rear wiper blade torn.

Fail 22 Oct 2012 13,127 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear wiper blade torn.

Pass 31 Oct 2011 11,384 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 8,988 miles

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 8,988 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 6,187 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 6,187 miles

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2009
Pass 26 Feb 2008 4,028 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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MJ05 VNY is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MJ05 VNY, 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.

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What year was MJ05 VNY registered?

MJ05 VNY is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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