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BV05 XRF

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,462 mi
Last recorded52,462 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 XRF
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 52,462 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 51,144 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 48,981 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 46,996 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 36,987 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

outer sills not checked.plastic covers fitted

Fail 16 Mar 2012 36,987 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

outer sills not checked.plastic covers fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2011 31,436 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front dises very rusty

n/s/f tyre starting to grack

Fail 15 Apr 2011 31,436 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front dises very rusty

n/s/f tyre starting to grack

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 26,312 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 23,215 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 15,046 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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BV05 XRF is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV05 XRF, 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.

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What year was BV05 XRF registered?

BV05 XRF is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 7 April 2005.

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