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SG05 XXE

2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

167,915 mi
Last recorded167,915 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition68,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 XXE
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Black Edition
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 167,915 miles

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 155,554 miles

Offside Rear seatbelt locking device cover missing

general under body corrosion

Fail 7 Nov 2016 155,554 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear seatbelt locking device cover missing

general under body corrosion

Pass 2 Nov 2015 142,560 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 128,218 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 128,218 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 113,642 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 105,966 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 97,943 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 97,938 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2010 96,267 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 96,267 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

offside rear door inop from outside

Pass 29 Mar 2010 81,823 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 55,039 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 36,977 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Black Edition?

Based on 4,486 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,592
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 146
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 139
Registration plate lamp not working 132
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
position lamp(s) not working 83
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SG05 XXE is a 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 68,778 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Black Edition fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG05 XXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Black Edition typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Forfour Black Edition is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG05 XXE registered?

SG05 XXE is a 2005 Smart Forfour Black Edition, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is SG05 XXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG05 XXE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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