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AV55 VDX

2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

81,169 mi
Last recorded81,169 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet44,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 VDX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 81,169 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 74,826 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 68,481 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 64,985 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 62,196 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 62,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2017 58,501 miles

Nearside Front top mount has slight play in upper attachment

Offside Front top mount has slight play in upper attachment

Pass 6 Jun 2016 51,622 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 50,802 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 44,590 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 37,633 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 29,630 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 24,045 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 18,674 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 18,370 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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AV55 VDX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV55 VDX, 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 AV55 VDX registered?

AV55 VDX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is AV55 VDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 VDX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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