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RN54 VLC

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,534 mi
Last recorded65,534 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN54 VLC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 65,534 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 55,531 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 53,205 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 51,630 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 48,760 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 45,742 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 45,740 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 41,973 miles

washers poor on screen

Pass 21 Sep 2010 38,862 miles

nearside washer jet of two blocked.

Pass 1 Sep 2009 34,111 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 34,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 24,845 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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RN54 VLC is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RN54 VLC, 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 RN54 VLC registered?

RN54 VLC is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is RN54 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN54 VLC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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