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FX05 KCA

2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,083 mi
Last recorded75,083 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet44,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 KCA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 75,083 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 75,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip beam bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour bulb colour has deteriorated (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade judders during operation (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb colour has deteriorated (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip beam bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade starting to smear in places (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 74,324 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 74,324 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low aim, is VERY low and electric height adjuster motor is running all the time (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour bulb colour has deteriorated (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both front brake hoses are starting to perish

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured bulb colour is deteriorating (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 May 2017 67,463 miles

Both front tyres worn low on inner tread and Nearside is nearing wear limits

Fail 8 May 2017 67,462 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt joint the track rod attaches to (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear mirror will only show the offside rear wheel (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tears to the inner sidewall )( in 6 places (4.1.D.1b)

Both front tyres worn low on inner tread and Nearside is nearing wear limits

Pass 9 May 2016 64,377 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 59,949 miles

Both front anti roll bar drop links have slight play in them

Fail 10 Jun 2015 59,948 miles

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

Both front anti roll bar drop links have slight play in them

Pass 13 May 2014 52,689 miles

The front brake pads are low

Pass 24 May 2013 38,768 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 38,768 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 36,057 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 36,057 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 29,160 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 23,017 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 18,225 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 16,354 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
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FX05 KCA is a 2005 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 KCA, 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.

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

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