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BG05 HPZ

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

124,219 mi
Last recorded124,219 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 HPZ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 124,219 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 123,763 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

engine bay covers fitted and under trays fitted covering some components for inspection

Pass 5 Sep 2023 123,569 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine bay covers and under trays fitted covering some components for inspection

Fail 5 Sep 2023 123,569 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine bay covers and under trays fitted covering some components for inspection

Pass 16 Sep 2022 122,686 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 122,170 miles

high hand brake travel

Pass 11 Sep 2020 121,921 miles

high hand brake travel

Pass 23 Aug 2019 120,685 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 120,685 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 118,454 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 118,454 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 107,057 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 90,322 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 79,388 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 78,087 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Play in Engine Stabalizer bush

Some side to side movement in parking Brake lever

Pass 28 Nov 2014 78,087 miles

Play in Engine Stabalizer bush

Some side to side movement in parking Brake lever

Pass 27 Nov 2013 73,523 miles

Front discs corroded.

Pass 4 Dec 2012 60,654 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 60,654 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 41,825 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 41,413 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 41,363 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Plastic sill & floor pan covers fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2010 39,153 miles

front brake discs rusty.

Pass 10 Oct 2009 33,930 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 28,254 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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BG05 HPZ is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 BG05 HPZ, 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.

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What year was BG05 HPZ registered?

BG05 HPZ is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 15 April 2005.

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