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GL05 YLK

2005 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,945 mi
Last recorded123,945 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse69,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 YLK
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 123,945 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 113,850 miles

Both rear tyres cracking and perishing

Centre section of heat shield loose - Sitting on exhaust

N/S/R wheel has slight bind when rotated by hand

No oil in engine prior to testing - 2ltrs added

O/S/F indicator lens damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Strong advise (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has scratching due to damaged wiper blades - Strong advise

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 113,849 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.8.B.1)

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Both rear tyres cracking and perishing

Centre section of heat shield loose - Sitting on exhaust

N/S/R wheel has slight bind when rotated by hand

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

No oil in engine prior to testing - 2ltrs added

O/S/F indicator lens damaged

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Strong advise (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has scratching due to damaged wiper blades - Strong advise

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 104,211 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2017 104,208 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 98,073 miles

both headlamps are only just showing enough light on the beam tester

Pass 8 Jul 2014 92,859 miles

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

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

headlight lenses detiorated

o/s/f mirror glass damaged

Fail 8 Jul 2014 92,857 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

headlight lenses detiorated

o/s/f mirror glass damaged

Pass 8 Jul 2013 87,807 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 77,755 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2012 77,755 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 67,670 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 56,004 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 46,561 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 35,881 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Pulse?

Based on 12,769 MOT tests across 738 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
5,821
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
738
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 444
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Registration plate lamp not working 409
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 337
Stop lamp not working 237
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GL05 YLK is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 69,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Pulse fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 444 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL05 YLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GL05 YLK registered?

GL05 YLK is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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