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BU05 FDC

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,572 mi
Last recorded30,572 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 FDC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 30,572 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 30,572 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted inner bead (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 30,227 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 30,227 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 28,315 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 25,348 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 23,779 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 23,779 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 18,070 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 18,070 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 14,841 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 11,050 miles

One LED in centre brake light not working

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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BU05 FDC is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU05 FDC, 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 BU05 FDC registered?

BU05 FDC is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is BU05 FDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 FDC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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