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GV55 UXW

2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,747 mi
Last recorded59,747 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto49,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 UXW
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 59,747 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 56,864 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 56,854 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm inappropriately repaired coned washer jammed between suspension arm and ball joint (2.4.A.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 53,695 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,334 miles

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

both wiper ends split

Pass 28 Mar 2014 43,971 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 43,967 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 40,921 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 40,921 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2012 36,731 miles

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

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

front brake discs wearing thin

front brake pads low

Pass 22 Mar 2012 36,731 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

front brake discs wearing thin

front brake pads low

Pass 27 Oct 2010 29,328 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 23,323 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 17,525 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
3,586
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
position lamp(s) not working 31
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GV55 UXW is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 49,998 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 Pure 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV55 UXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GV55 UXW registered?

GV55 UXW is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 4 November 2005.

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