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RA05 XBT

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,777 mi
Last recorded76,777 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 XBT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2023 76,777 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 70,354 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 62,891 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 62,601 miles

rear discs have surface corrision

Pass 4 Sep 2019 62,203 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 61,652 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 60,831 miles

all four brake discs have surface corrison

Pass 12 Sep 2016 59,697 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 58,195 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 56,025 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 52,069 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 47,408 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 43,701 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 38,935 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 35,222 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 30,511 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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RA05 XBT is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RA05 XBT, 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

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What year was RA05 XBT registered?

RA05 XBT is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is RA05 XBT safe to buy?

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