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G1 RCR

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,479 mi
Last recorded21,479 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG1 RCR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 21,479 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 21,358 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 21,253 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 21,130 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2021 21,037 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2020 20,927 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2019 20,826 miles
Pass 27 May 2018 20,635 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 20,360 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 20,217 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 19,674 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Sep 2014 19,674 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2008 14,385 miles

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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G1 RCR is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 G1 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 G1 RCR registered?

G1 RCR is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 7 June 2005.

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The MOT history for G1 RCR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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