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SK05 OXZ

2005 Smart Forfour Pulse

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,181 mi
Last recorded39,181 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse69,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 OXZ
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pulse
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 39,181 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 39,181 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 38,700 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 38,460 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 38,217 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 37,998 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 37,770 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 37,466 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 37,466 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 37,231 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jul 2017 37,053 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 36,801 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 36,534 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 36,263 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 35,852 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 35,270 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jun 2011 34,703 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 33,453 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 32,855 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

o/s/r tyre puncture

Pass 22 Jul 2008 26,647 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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SK05 OXZ is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SK05 OXZ, 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 SK05 OXZ registered?

SK05 OXZ is a 2005 Smart Forfour Pulse, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is SK05 OXZ safe to buy?

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