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GY05 FPU

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

60,848 mi
Last recorded60,848 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 FPU
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 60,848 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 60,848 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers do not park when switched off (3.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2025 60,566 miles

Central Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 15 May 2024 59,647 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess all (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

clutch slipping

under trays fitted

Pass 19 May 2023 58,671 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 58,232 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 58,055 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 57,825 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 57,432 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 56,483 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 56,482 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 52,109 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 45,060 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 42,196 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 39,950 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 38,865 miles

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

o/s/f wheel bearing slight play

Pass 8 Jun 2012 35,437 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 31,098 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 28,576 miles

offside windscreen wiper blade split

Fail 12 Jul 2010 28,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

offside windscreen wiper blade split

Pass 13 Jul 2009 25,340 miles

front brake pads low

very slight play in drivershafts

Pass 4 Apr 2008 19,517 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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GY05 FPU is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GY05 FPU, 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.

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What year was GY05 FPU registered?

GY05 FPU is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 29 March 2005.

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