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RF55 XYA

2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

42,511 mi
Last recorded42,511 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto49,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 XYA
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 42,511 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 33,801 miles

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

suspension components slight corrosion

Fail 28 Feb 2018 33,801 miles

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

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

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

suspension components slight corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2017 24,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

suspension components slight corrosion

Pass 29 Feb 2016 19,911 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 17,406 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 13,958 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 11,901 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 9,217 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 6,676 miles

n/s/r tyre cut on tread

o/s/f & n/s/f tyres perrished

Pass 19 Feb 2010 5,283 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 3,115 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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RF55 XYA is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RF55 XYA, 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 RF55 XYA registered?

RF55 XYA is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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