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BT05 CXA

2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

60,142 mi
Last recorded60,142 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto55,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 CXA
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Light Auto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 60,142 miles

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

advise new wiper blades

Fail 31 Jan 2022 60,138 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 56,475 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 56,475 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 55,645 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 50,846 miles

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

Offside Front Inner 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 22 Feb 2017 47,580 miles

Both rear tyres have cuts but not to cords

Fail 15 Feb 2017 47,550 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Both rear tyres have cuts but not to cords

Pass 1 Feb 2016 44,900 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 41,312 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 37,702 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 36,458 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2012 34,796 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2011 30,079 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 24,681 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 19,659 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 14,551 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Light Auto?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
4,206
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82
position lamp(s) not working 54
Registration plate lamp not working 50
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
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BT05 CXA is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Light Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT05 CXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Light Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster Light Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT05 CXA registered?

BT05 CXA is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is BT05 CXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 CXA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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