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NY54 GHX

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,883 mi
Last recorded123,883 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY54 GHX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 123,883 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted (Rear and Front)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 118,062 miles

both rear axle bushes starting to separate.

cracking to offside rear tyre.

exhaust has corrosion to it.

slight movement in offside front antiroll bar link.

suspension coil springs have corrosion to them.

Fail 23 Aug 2016 118,062 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres wearing close to the limit.

both rear axle bushes starting to separate.

cracking to offside rear tyre.

exhaust has corrosion to it.

slight movement in offside front antiroll bar link.

suspension coil springs have corrosion to them.

Pass 11 Aug 2015 108,763 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 108,763 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 100,086 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 100,086 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front heat shield loose

Pass 9 Sep 2013 90,878 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 90,878 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2012 80,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 69,841 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 59,283 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 48,114 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 31,445 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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NY54 GHX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NY54 GHX, 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 NY54 GHX?

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What year was NY54 GHX registered?

NY54 GHX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 5 January 2005.

Is NY54 GHX safe to buy?

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