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AX05 AUW

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,527 mi
Last recorded54,527 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 AUW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 54,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

S.R.S Light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs pitted

Pass 3 Jun 2011 50,543 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

S.R.S Light on

Pass 6 May 2010 41,511 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2010 41,511 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 20 May 2009 35,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2009 35,249 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 21,563 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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AX05 AUW is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,467 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) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX05 AUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AX05 AUW registered?

AX05 AUW is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is AX05 AUW safe to buy?

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