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KP05 VLJ

2005 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,000 mi
Last recorded140,000 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse69,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 VLJ
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 140,000 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 94,754 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside inner wing lining damaged

Fail 28 Jul 2016 94,754 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside inner wing lining damaged

Pass 4 Aug 2015 87,088 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 75,961 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 64,629 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 64,629 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 53,047 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 41,855 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 29,776 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 20,384 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2008 15,934 miles

slight travel parking brake

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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KP05 VLJ is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KP05 VLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP05 VLJ registered?

KP05 VLJ is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is KP05 VLJ safe to buy?

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