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BB55 RWB

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

25,646 mi
Last recorded25,646 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB55 RWB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 25,646 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 25,134 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 23,928 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 23,574 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 23,186 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 22,965 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 22,163 miles

Under panels fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2017 21,271 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 21,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 19,806 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 18,085 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 18,052 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 16,128 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 15,322 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 2 Nov 2012 13,645 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 11,547 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 10,026 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 9,232 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 8,285 miles

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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BB55 RWB is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BB55 RWB, 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 BB55 RWB registered?

BB55 RWB is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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The MOT history for BB55 RWB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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