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BF05 OFU

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

84,433 mi
Last recorded84,433 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 OFU
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 84,433 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 80,182 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 74,704 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear high level brake light not working

Pass 14 Jan 2021 68,956 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 60,302 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 58,839 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 58,839 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 55,517 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 52,216 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 48,575 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 48,575 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2015 45,440 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 42,475 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2013 38,573 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 32,952 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 27,088 miles

front disc corroded.

Pass 18 Feb 2010 20,569 miles

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

tyres perrished

Fail 19 Feb 2009 17,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 17,903 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2008 12,704 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 12,704 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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BF05 OFU is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF05 OFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF05 OFU registered?

BF05 OFU is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BF05 OFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 OFU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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