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AO05 TFX

2005 Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

94,391 mi
Last recorded94,391 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto57,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 TFX
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Roadster 80BHP Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 94,391 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 May 2026 94,391 miles

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2025 90,373 miles

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Both (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2025 90,373 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Both (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 85,796 miles
Fail 18 May 2024 85,796 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 80,987 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 79,328 miles

surface corrosion front shockers,suspension,rear subframe,suspension,shockers

Pass 7 May 2021 78,476 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 78,475 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 78,467 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 78,071 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 76,617 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2014 76,046 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 74,361 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2012 60,318 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 40,201 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 33,584 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres cracked on outer edges of tread

Fail 21 Apr 2010 33,584 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres cracked on outer edges of tread

Pass 17 Apr 2009 17,539 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 19,377 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto?

Based on 8,732 MOT tests across 531 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
3,525
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 201
position lamp(s) not working 166
Stop lamp not working 160
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 152
Direction indicator incorrect colour 149
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AO05 TFX is a 2005 Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 57,801 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO05 TFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO05 TFX registered?

AO05 TFX is a 2005 Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto, first registered on 16 April 2005.

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