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FY05 BXR

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

60,095 mi
Last recorded60,095 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 BXR
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 60,095 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2026 60,095 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 57,798 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 57,456 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 57,399 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 57,292 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 57,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 56,946 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 56,946 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2019 56,216 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 56,216 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 53,423 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 51,825 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 51,109 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 49,219 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 49,219 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 44,684 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 39,621 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

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

front tyres cracking

Pass 29 Jun 2012 35,236 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 30,908 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 30,814 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 26,395 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,961 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 17,723 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 14,285 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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FY05 BXR is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,084 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 Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY05 BXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY05 BXR registered?

FY05 BXR is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is FY05 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 BXR shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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