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MV05 VUS

2005 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

80,721 mi
Last recorded80,721 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse69,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 VUS
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 80,721 miles

rear axle corroded

Front Coolant leak ()

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

general surface rust on suspension and chassis

Pass 11 May 2022 75,651 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 75,602 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 72,283 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Offside and Nearside Front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 72,269 miles

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective Offside and Nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 66,453 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Offside and Nearside Front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 60,535 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 54,653 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 49,446 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 44,184 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 39,632 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 30,669 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 25,503 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 20,002 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 14,386 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 7,575 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 7,575 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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MV05 VUS is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MV05 VUS, 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 MV05 VUS registered?

MV05 VUS is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is MV05 VUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 VUS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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