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AV05 LYA

2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

52,805 mi
Last recorded52,805 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet44,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 LYA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 52,805 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 52,733 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 52,733 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 50,883 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 50,022 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 49,538 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 49,534 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 49,497 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed through small cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed through small cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2020 46,064 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 46,064 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 43,467 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 41,885 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 41,885 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 40,554 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 40,554 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 39,198 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2015 35,486 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2015 35,486 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 31,417 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 31,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2013 29,753 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 27,686 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 27,673 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 2 Jun 2011 24,790 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 24,790 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 18,342 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 12,246 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 7,497 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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AV05 LYA is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 44,912 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV05 LYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV05 LYA registered?

AV05 LYA is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is AV05 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 LYA shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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