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G16 RCR

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,630 mi
Last recorded50,630 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 RCR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 50,630 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2025 47,167 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 47,166 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 45,056 miles

Engine sump slightly porous

Upper engine mount perishing

Pass 27 Jul 2023 44,664 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 44,147 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 43,951 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2020 42,628 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 41,287 miles

fuel cap slightly perished

Pass 9 May 2018 40,203 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 May 2018 40,203 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 May 2017 39,540 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 38,564 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 35,445 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 33,544 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 29,084 miles

Under car cover fitted preventing full vehicle inspection.

Fail 15 Oct 2012 29,082 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under car cover fitted preventing full vehicle inspection.

Fail 27 Oct 2011 26,135 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 26,135 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 22,598 miles

Full under body cover fitted not allowing full vehicle inspection.

Fail 1 Nov 2010 22,598 miles

Full under body cover fitted not allowing full vehicle inspection.

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 18,227 miles

Vehicle fitted with full under side cover- unable to carry out full inspection.

Fail 10 Oct 2009 18,208 miles

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

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

Vehicle fitted with full under side cover- unable to carry out full inspection.

Pass 22 Oct 2008 13,860 miles

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)

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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G16 RCR is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G16 RCR, 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 G16 RCR registered?

G16 RCR is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is G16 RCR safe to buy?

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