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WG05 GXL

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

129,071 mi
Last recorded129,071 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 GXL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 129,071 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 119,327 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 119,327 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 116,708 miles

nail n/s/r tyre

stains on fuel tank possible leak when full to top

Pass 8 Oct 2021 109,906 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 107,340 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 107,340 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 99,039 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front tyre on limit.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 87,748 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 81,663 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 80,043 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 75,518 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 69,069 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 69,069 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 63,687 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 63,687 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Upper Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 54,105 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 48,837 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 42,373 miles

nsf wheel slight damage to rim

Pass 22 Jun 2009 36,023 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 29,727 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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WG05 GXL is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WG05 GXL, 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 WG05 GXL registered?

WG05 GXL is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is WG05 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG05 GXL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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