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BD05 MUE

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,958 mi
Last recorded71,958 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 MUE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 71,958 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 71,749 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

E/M/L on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2011 63,762 miles

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

both front discs slightly scored

Pass 7 May 2010 49,223 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 48,437 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 38,077 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 27,600 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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BD05 MUE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Blue 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 BD05 MUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD05 MUE registered?

BD05 MUE is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is BD05 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 MUE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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