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HG05 ZPH

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

191,277 mi
Last recorded191,277 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 ZPH
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 191,277 miles

Coil spring corroded all corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 182,940 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 174,992 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 164,064 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded slightly before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm + worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking outer sidewall & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 152,376 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and n/s/r perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f n/s/f and n/s/r tyre treads bald on edges and close to legal limit on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 141,968 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 137,998 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 128,620 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 117,209 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 112,872 miles

UNDER-TRAYS AND COVERS FITTED OBSCURING TESTABLE ITEMS

Fail 10 Aug 2017 112,872 miles

Stop lamp not working BOTH (1.2.1b)

UNDER-TRAYS AND COVERS FITTED OBSCURING TESTABLE ITEMS

Pass 17 Aug 2016 107,945 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 101,931 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 96,589 miles

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

offside front indicator lens missing

Pass 19 Aug 2013 89,283 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 89,282 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 79,363 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 65,144 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 52,070 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 38,611 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 25,219 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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HG05 ZPH is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 HG05 ZPH, 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 HG05 ZPH registered?

HG05 ZPH is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 20 August 2005.

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