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RY55 NOF

2006 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,418 mi
Last recorded109,418 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Smart Forfour Pulse61,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 NOF
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 109,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 104,427 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 104,427 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 100,424 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 100,424 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 91,589 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 81,553 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 69,267 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 60,774 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 60,774 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 48,515 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 35,331 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Pulse?

Based on 12,769 MOT tests across 738 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
5,821
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
738
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 444
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Registration plate lamp not working 409
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 337
Stop lamp not working 237
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RY55 NOF is a 2006 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Smart Forfour Pulse models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 61,994 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Pulse fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 444 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RY55 NOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Pulse typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Forfour Pulse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY55 NOF registered?

RY55 NOF is a 2006 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 13 January 2006.

Is RY55 NOF safe to buy?

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