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KC05 KBZ

2005 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,057 mi
Last recorded94,057 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse69,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 KBZ
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 94,057 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 84,593 miles

both front tyres worn

Pass 9 Jul 2015 76,869 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2015 76,869 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 69,081 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 69,081 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 61,353 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 53,969 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 53,969 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 45,890 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 39,328 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 32,680 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 32,680 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 28,759 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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KC05 KBZ is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KC05 KBZ, 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 KC05 KBZ registered?

KC05 KBZ is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is KC05 KBZ safe to buy?

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