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ST54 FJV

2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,354 mi
Last recorded95,354 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto55,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST54 FJV
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 95,354 miles
Fail 20 May 2013

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 May 2012 75,661 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2012 75,660 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 69,044 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 58,828 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 47,031 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 41,897 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 31,066 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
3,520
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 82
Stop lamp not working 78
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 45
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ST54 FJV is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 55,349 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ST54 FJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ST54 FJV registered?

ST54 FJV is a 2005 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 12 January 2005.

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The MOT history for ST54 FJV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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