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YC55 YJG

2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

84,974 mi
Last recorded84,974 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a49,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 YJG
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 61 S-a
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 84,974 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 84,963 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 81,420 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 81,361 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 78,662 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

undertrays and engine covers fitted at time of test not allowing full inspection of some items

Pass 25 Apr 2018 68,220 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 68,220 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Jun 2017 63,895 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured showing white light (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2017 63,895 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured showing white light (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 61,392 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 61,319 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

drivers seat belt twisted

Pass 2 Jan 2014 60,976 miles

both rear suspension shockers, bush is worn

drivers and passenger side seat belts are twisted

Fail 2 Jan 2014 60,976 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear suspension shockers, bush is worn

drivers and passenger side seat belts are twisted

Pass 6 Sep 2012 57,576 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 57,576 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 53,774 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 43,658 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 43,654 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 34,958 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 34,958 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 25,985 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a?

Based on 1,743 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
3,378
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 38
Headlamp aim too low 38
position lamp(s) not working 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
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YC55 YJG is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 49,856 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 Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC55 YJG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YC55 YJG is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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