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SP05 NVE

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

55,131 mi
Last recorded55,131 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 NVE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 55,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Chassis / axle corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2025 45,467 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

front wishbones corroded around ball joints

rear chassis corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2024 43,458 miles

General corrosion.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jan 2023 41,910 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Undersurface, coil springs, sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2023 41,910 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Undersurface, coil springs, sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 39,741 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 27 Mar 2021 39,524 miles

Battery light on dash

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front brake disc sligthy pitted

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sligthy perished in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades sligthy worn/split (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 39,524 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested brake fulid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2 high (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake hose (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged nic on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery light on dash

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front brake disc sligthy pitted

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sligthy perished in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades sligthy worn/split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 38,249 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 35,879 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 35,721 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 35,470 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 35,470 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2015 34,424 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 34,424 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2014 32,435 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 29,890 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 27,887 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 27,887 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2011 25,669 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 23,747 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 23,747 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2009 22,102 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 20,287 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 20,287 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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SP05 NVE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP05 NVE, 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 SP05 NVE registered?

SP05 NVE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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