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YS05 YTC

2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

141,469 mi
Last recorded141,469 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour65,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 YTC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 141,469 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 134,606 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 125,280 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 111,562 miles

rear axle bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Jan 2015 96,185 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 83,412 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 30 Jan 2014 83,412 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 73,186 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

play in nsf link rod

Pass 19 Jan 2012 63,034 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 53,059 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 40,663 miles

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

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

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

front discs lipped and slightly pitted

Pass 16 Feb 2009 30,215 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 19,099 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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YS05 YTC is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YS05 YTC, 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 YS05 YTC registered?

YS05 YTC is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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