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BL05 XCA

2005 Smart City Passion 61 Auto

Cream Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

56,433 mi
Last recorded56,433 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart City Passion 61 Auto49,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 XCA
MakeSmart
ModelCity Passion 61 Auto
Year2005
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 56,433 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2025 55,733 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 55,733 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 55,012 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front grill loose - not likely to become detached

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 53,521 miles

Front grill loose - not likely to become detached

Nearside Front Bottom ball joint dust cover split but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Bottom ball joint dust cover split but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Jun 2023 53,521 miles

Front grill loose - not likely to become detached

Nearside Front Bottom ball joint dust cover split but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Bottom ball joint dust cover split but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 52,243 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 50,183 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 48,796 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 48,796 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 48,082 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 47,279 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 45,421 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 45,421 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 42,511 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 38,283 miles

some play nsf lower swivel

Pass 20 Jun 2014 33,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2013 29,787 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 25,724 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 23,642 miles

slight play in front strut top mounting

Pass 18 Aug 2010 21,337 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 16,679 miles

unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle due to large plastic undertrays

Pass 19 Aug 2008 12,761 miles

How Reliable is the Smart City Passion 61 Auto?

Based on 27,463 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
3,301
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Stop lamp not working 641
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 436
Headlamp aim too low 432
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 411
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BL05 XCA is a 2005 Smart City Passion 61 Auto in Cream with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Smart City Passion 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 49,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Passion 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 681 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL05 XCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Passion 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart City Passion 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BL05 XCA is a 2005 Smart City Passion 61 Auto, first registered on 25 August 2005.

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