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OE55 JOV

2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,793 mi
Last recorded58,793 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto49,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE55 JOV
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 58,793 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2026 58,793 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 57,465 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2025 57,495 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 57,495 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 56,831 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 53,113 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 44,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 36,905 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 29,773 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 24,076 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 18,571 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 13,399 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 7,714 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 7,259 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 6,592 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 6,030 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 6,030 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 5,327 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 4,846 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 4,424 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 3,963 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
3,586
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
position lamp(s) not working 31
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OE55 JOV is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 49,998 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE55 JOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was OE55 JOV registered?

OE55 JOV is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 20 December 2005.

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