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FX05 KBZ

2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,665 mi
Last recorded84,665 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet44,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 KBZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016 84,665 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Apr 2015 81,120 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 77,434 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 74,086 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 69,608 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 69,608 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 63,731 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 58,513 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 51,163 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 41,133 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 41,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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
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FX05 KBZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FX05 KBZ, 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

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What year was FX05 KBZ registered?

FX05 KBZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is FX05 KBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 KBZ shows 11 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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