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DG05 LLO

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,940 mi
Last recorded86,940 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 LLO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 86,940 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 85,412 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 83,109 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 83,106 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 81,371 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2023 81,371 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 76,636 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 75,169 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 75,095 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 71,696 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 67,065 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 61,093 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 55,646 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 53,237 miles

both front tyres have cracked sidewalls but not showing cords

Pass 24 Jul 2013 46,833 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 46,833 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 40,014 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 33,783 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 28,241 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 21,171 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 17,051 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

both rear tyres have damage/cuts to outer side walls but not exposing cords (also alloy rims scuffed)

front tyres showing signs of cracking around tread.(outer sides)

handbrake handle loose

wheel arch liner @ front of vehicle adrift.

Fail 3 Sep 2008 17,050 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

both rear tyres have damage/cuts to outer side walls but not exposing cords (also alloy rims scuffed)

front tyres showing signs of cracking around tread.(outer sides)

handbrake handle loose

wheel arch liner @ front of vehicle adrift.

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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DG05 LLO is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DG05 LLO, 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 DG05 LLO registered?

DG05 LLO is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is DG05 LLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 LLO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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