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BV05 GPZ

2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,586 mi
Last recorded85,586 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet44,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 GPZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 85,586 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 85,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 84,955 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 80,126 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2014 80,126 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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BV05 GPZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 44,912 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) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV05 GPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV05 GPZ?

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What year was BV05 GPZ registered?

BV05 GPZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is BV05 GPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 GPZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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