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GV55 UYC

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

102,574 mi
Last recorded102,574 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 UYC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2013 102,574 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 102,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 78,675 miles

1 of 5 segments out on high level brake light

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 78,675 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

1 of 5 segments out on high level brake light

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 64,353 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 53,092 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 42,839 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 42,839 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GV55 UYC is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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

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 GV55 UYC, 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

How do I check the history of GV55 UYC?

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What year was GV55 UYC registered?

GV55 UYC is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 17 November 2005.

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