SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A (2005)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 34 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
59%
Total Tests (2024)
34
Avg Mileage
76,466 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,740
Is the 2005 SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 23 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SMART brand average of 80%.
At 19 years old, 59% of SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-As from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 34 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 76,466 miles.
How does the 2005 SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2005 SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A has 76,466 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 FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A 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.
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About the 2005 SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A
The 2005 SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A is a city car with a 698cc petrol engine. 34 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 76,466 miles at 19 years old, SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2005 SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A Fuel Costs
The modest 698cc 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 FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A?
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 59% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2005 SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A
At 19 years old, the SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A 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. Note: with only 34 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2005 SMART FORTWO PULSE 61 S-A
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN MICRA (2005) 72% pass rate (+13%) from 27,370 tests
- PEUGEOT 107 (2007) 71% pass rate (+12%) from 18,296 tests
- TOYOTA AYGO (2007) 70% pass rate (+11%) from 17,368 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2004) 68% pass rate (+9%) from 17,048 tests