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SK05 OXL

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 OXL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2023
Pass 17 Oct 2022
Pass 29 Oct 2021
Pass 9 Nov 2020 154,070 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 133,189 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 130,833 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 121,755 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 121,636 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 105,644 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2016 105,644 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Jun 2015 92,248 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 82,410 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 82,410 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 31 May 2013 70,809 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 70,809 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 55,322 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 50,151 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 41,344 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 28,933 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 21,384 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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SK05 OXL is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SK05 OXL, 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 SK05 OXL registered?

SK05 OXL is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is SK05 OXL safe to buy?

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