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AV05 AZU

2005 Smart Forfour Passion

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

85,624 mi
Last recorded85,624 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Passion67,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 AZU
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Passion
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 85,624 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 85,623 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 84,793 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 73,937 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 69,126 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 64,366 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 59,571 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has slight bulge on wall

Pass 27 Jan 2016 54,227 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 46,113 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 41,674 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 41,674 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 39,954 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 35,810 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 31,218 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 27,609 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 23,115 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 19,095 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Passion?

Based on 17,805 MOT tests across 1,032 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,365
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 454
Registration plate lamp not working 440
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 389
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 321
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 213
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AV05 AZU is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Passion models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 67,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Passion fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV05 AZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Passion typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Forfour Passion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV05 AZU registered?

AV05 AZU is a 2005 Smart Forfour Passion, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is AV05 AZU safe to buy?

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