CarVerify

Free Car Check

FG05 BYN

2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,155 mi
Last recorded104,155 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet44,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Smart (mcc)
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 BYN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 104,155 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2017 104,155 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 86,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm 175/55r15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Jun 2016 86,111 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm 175/55r15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine management light on

Pass 29 Jun 2015 68,870 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front wiper starting to split

Pass 9 Jun 2014 51,911 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 48,230 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 45,324 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 41,202 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 71,128 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 32,219 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 25,256 miles

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
Full Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FG05 BYN is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG05 BYN, 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 FG05 BYN?

You can check the full history of FG05 BYN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FG05 BYN registered?

FG05 BYN is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 17 April 2005.

Is FG05 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 BYN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG05 BYN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FG05 BYN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.