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NY05 KTE

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

72,278 mi
Last recorded72,278 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY05 KTE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 72,278 miles

front hubs rusty

o/s/f door handle faulty

poor image on headlights

Pass 26 Feb 2019 69,994 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 66,272 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 66,272 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 61,955 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 61,955 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 56,390 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2016 56,389 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 50,524 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 42,959 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 42,959 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 36,568 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 33,034 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 33,034 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 27,858 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 23,595 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 18,578 miles

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)

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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NY05 KTE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NY05 KTE, 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

How do I check the history of NY05 KTE?

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What year was NY05 KTE registered?

NY05 KTE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is NY05 KTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY05 KTE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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