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RF55 XYB

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,875 mi
Last recorded63,875 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 XYB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 63,875 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 63,541 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (BOTH) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front brake pads 50% worn

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted on the inner sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear (BOTH) coil springs corroded

oil filter starting to corrode

Fail 5 Nov 2019 63,541 miles

Emissions not tested possible due to leak at front (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (BOTH) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section exhaust clamp badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake pads 50% worn

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted on the inner sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear (BOTH) coil springs corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (BOTH) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

oil filter starting to corrode

Pass 13 Jun 2017 60,557 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 52,349 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 49,263 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 43,128 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 41,345 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 37,802 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 34,288 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 30,219 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 27,936 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 26,008 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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RF55 XYB is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RF55 XYB, 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 RF55 XYB registered?

RF55 XYB is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is RF55 XYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 XYB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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