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FK05 DBZ

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,568 mi
Last recorded58,568 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Smart (mcc)
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFK05 DBZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2011 58,568 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brakes would benefit from adjustment

Pass 5 May 2010 42,087 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 31,996 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 31,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 18,967 miles

both front discs lipped

both front springs rusty

both rear tyres getting low on inner edges

both rear wheels distorted (inner side)

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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FK05 DBZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FK05 DBZ, 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 FK05 DBZ registered?

FK05 DBZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is FK05 DBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FK05 DBZ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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