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AX05 AUJ

2005 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,587 mi
Last recorded81,587 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,148 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 AUJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 81,587 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked and perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread is almost bald on inner edge and close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread is TOTALLY BALD on inner section and almost on limit [145/65/r15]72t (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak from engine breather pipe split

Fail 27 Mar 2019 81,579 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn joint on hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre has cords showing inside cut, [175/55/r15]77t (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked and perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread is almost bald on inner edge and close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread is TOTALLY BALD on inner section and almost on limit [145/65/r15]72t (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak from engine breather pipe split

Pass 7 Mar 2018 78,303 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 78,293 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 75,987 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 75,987 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Side repeater incorrect colour x2 (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 70,229 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 65,423 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 60,091 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 60,091 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2012 54,961 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 50,080 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 44,601 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 28,747 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 28,747 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2008 26,196 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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AX05 AUJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 47,148 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX05 AUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AX05 AUJ registered?

AX05 AUJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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