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BN05 YPF

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

40,940 mi
Last recorded40,940 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 YPF
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 40,940 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2026 40,938 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative switch not fitted (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 May 2025 32,264 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play upper mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2025 32,261 miles

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front stabiliser mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play upper mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 32,331 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REARS AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Rear AXLE , SUSPENSION , COIL SPRINGS VERY CORRODED

Pass 15 May 2024 31,876 miles

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

Rear SHOCKERS CORRODED

Rear SUSPENSION LINKS CORRODED

Fail 15 May 2024 31,876 miles

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

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

Rear SHOCKERS CORRODED

Rear SUSPENSION LINKS CORRODED

Pass 17 May 2023 31,357 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 31,357 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2022 30,735 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 29,939 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension has slight play , ball joint, wish bone arm or shocker

Pass 20 May 2020 29,433 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 28,114 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 26,963 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 25,858 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 25,858 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 25,284 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 24,503 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 23,466 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 21,883 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 20,202 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 18,090 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 16,523 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 14,008 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 11,532 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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BN05 YPF is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black 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 BN05 YPF, 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 BN05 YPF registered?

BN05 YPF is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 29 March 2005.

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