CarVerify

Free Car Check

NC05 YKY

2005 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1332cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

166,908 mi
Last recorded166,908 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse69,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Smart
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC05 YKY
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc
View full Smart Forfour Pulse reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 166,908 miles

Rear Coil spring worn BOTH SIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 166,908 miles

Rear Coil spring worn BOTH SIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 147,528 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 147,528 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2017 130,119 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2017 130,119 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 106,317 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 105,868 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 92,810 miles

nearside rear inner wheel rim distorted

Fail 29 Jan 2015 92,762 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear inner wheel rim distorted

Pass 3 Feb 2014 83,667 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 77,439 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 77,439 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 65,086 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 57,277 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 41,066 miles

advise rear seats have been removed set belts not in operation

Pass 23 Jul 2008 14,630 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
Full Smart Forfour Pulse reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NC05 YKY is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NC05 YKY, 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

How do I check the history of NC05 YKY?

You can check the full history of NC05 YKY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NC05 YKY registered?

NC05 YKY is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is NC05 YKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC05 YKY shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NC05 YKY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NC05 YKY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.