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MW54 XAC

2005 Smart Forfour Passion

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Passion67,023 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW54 XAC
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Non obligatory stop light (some leds not working)

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jul 2021

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced Dull out put (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear brake discs discoloured (seem heated)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pads seem heated and breaking up

Non obligatory stop light (some leds not working)

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2020

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides, perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Hazard warning switch sticky

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 73,504 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 70,073 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 70,073 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 66,062 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 29 Jun 2017 66,062 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate very dim (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 62,901 miles

noisy aftermarket exhaust

Pass 16 Jun 2015 59,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

all four tyres slightly cracking and perishing

Pass 17 Jun 2014 55,087 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 48,961 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 39,533 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 30,088 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 23,992 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 19,237 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 14,180 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Passion?

Based on 17,805 MOT tests across 1,032 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,365
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 454
Registration plate lamp not working 440
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 389
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 321
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 213
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MW54 XAC is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion in Silver 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 Passion models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 67,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Passion fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MW54 XAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Passion typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Forfour Passion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MW54 XAC registered?

MW54 XAC is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion, first registered on 21 January 2005.

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