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GV05 WDG

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,691 mi
Last recorded52,691 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 WDG
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2026 52,691 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2025 49,257 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 48,943 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 46,748 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 45,990 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 45,250 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 44,732 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 44,162 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 43,016 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 42,697 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 40,131 miles

Offside Rear Tyre wearing low

slight oil leak at engine

Pass 21 Jul 2015 38,300 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 37,352 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 32,193 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Aug 2012 30,620 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

all four tyres perishing

Pass 23 Jul 2011 28,789 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 6 Jul 2010 25,493 miles

both front tyres perishing

offside front dipped beam lense cracked

unable to fully inspect underneath of vehicle due to cover fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,384 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 15,108 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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GV05 WDG is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV05 WDG, 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 GV05 WDG registered?

GV05 WDG is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 15 July 2005.

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