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MV05 VWO

2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,024 mi
Last recorded66,024 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a49,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 VWO
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 61 S-a
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 66,024 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 64,433 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 62,643 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 62,411 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 62,148 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 57,407 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 50,574 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 45,502 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 40,960 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 40,960 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 35,473 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 35,473 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 29,459 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 24,883 miles

offside driveshaft oilseal leaking.

offside rear wheel arch badly damaged.

Pass 23 Oct 2008 14,614 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 13,225 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a?

Based on 1,743 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
3,378
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 38
Headlamp aim too low 38
position lamp(s) not working 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
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MV05 VWO is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 49,856 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV05 VWO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV05 VWO registered?

MV05 VWO is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is MV05 VWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 VWO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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