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CP05 UKU

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

41,244 mi
Last recorded41,244 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 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

RegistrationCP05 UKU
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 41,244 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 39,799 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 39,799 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 38,495 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 37,432 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 37,432 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 35,776 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 34,908 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 34,908 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 33,351 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 116,540 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 43,912 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 28,109 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 28,109 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 26,523 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 25,272 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 23,973 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 23,973 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 22,042 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 22,042 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,031 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 17,184 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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CP05 UKU is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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

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 CP05 UKU, 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 CP05 UKU registered?

CP05 UKU is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 30 June 2005.

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