SMART FORFOUR PULSE (2005)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 157 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
69%
Total Tests (2024)
157
Avg Mileage
100,111 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,740
Is the 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SMART brand average of 80%.
At 19 years old, 69% of SMART FORFOUR PULSEs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 157 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 100,111 miles.
How does the 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE has 100,111 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
SMART FORFOUR PULSE by Year
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About the 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE
The 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE is a city car with a 1124cc petrol engine. 157 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 77% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 100,111 miles at 19 years old, SMART FORFOUR PULSE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE Fuel Costs
The modest 1124cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,740 (£145/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
SMART FORFOUR PULSE Reliability Trend
Newer SMART FORFOUR PULSEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE
At 19 years old, the SMART FORFOUR PULSE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.
Alternatives to the 2005 SMART FORFOUR PULSE
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2007) 73% pass rate (+4%) from 77,121 tests
- MINI MINI (2007) 73% pass rate (+4%) from 53,763 tests
- PEUGEOT 207 (2007) 69% pass rate (same) from 37,862 tests
- HONDA JAZZ (2007) 72% pass rate (+3%) from 37,088 tests