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RF55 XXL

2005 Smart Forfour Coolstyle

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,318 mi
Last recorded84,318 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Coolstyle66,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 XXL
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Coolstyle
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 84,318 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 84,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 70,138 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 65,829 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 61,370 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 56,593 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 49,004 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 44,197 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 38,540 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 32,349 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 29,725 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 29,725 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 29,535 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 29,535 miles

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

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Coolstyle?

Based on 5,454 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
5,356
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
Registration plate lamp not working 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
position lamp(s) not working 41
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RF55 XXL is a 2005 Smart Forfour Coolstyle in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Smart Forfour Coolstyle models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Coolstyle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 144 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF55 XXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF55 XXL registered?

RF55 XXL is a 2005 Smart Forfour Coolstyle, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is RF55 XXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 XXL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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