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MV05 LHE

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

88,206 mi
Last recorded88,206 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 LHE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 88,206 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 79,258 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

general under body rust

Pass 3 Oct 2020 73,621 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 73,461 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2020 73,461 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 64,604 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 60,604 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 56,229 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 51,823 miles

Front tyers getting low in tread poss tracking req

Pass 30 Mar 2015 47,675 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 81,089 miles

both front brake discs lipped pads appear ok

both front shocker covers insecure

both front wishbone rear bushes have slight movement

rear no/plate faded

Pass 26 Mar 2013 37,957 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s wiper blade poor

rear no/plate faded

Pass 30 Mar 2012 31,531 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s wiper blade poor

Pass 25 Mar 2011 26,967 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 23,632 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 20,346 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)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 16,189 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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MV05 LHE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MV05 LHE, 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 MV05 LHE registered?

MV05 LHE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is MV05 LHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 LHE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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