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BG05 CEN

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,283 mi
Last recorded81,283 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 CEN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2021 81,283 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2020 77,624 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Under-trays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2019 74,648 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2018 73,164 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2017 68,218 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2016 63,653 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2015 60,961 miles

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

wiper blades split

Pass 30 May 2014 55,270 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 50,844 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 49,444 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 48,469 miles

front tyres slight sidewall cracking

Pass 10 May 2010 48,209 miles

front tyres slight sidewall cracking

Pass 8 May 2009 39,247 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 28,393 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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BG05 CEN is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG05 CEN, 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 BG05 CEN registered?

BG05 CEN is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 19 April 2005.

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