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HY05 VHO

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 VHO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017

Central Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Fail 3 Jul 2017

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Central Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 118,131 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 118,131 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 116,083 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 110,772 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 110,316 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 110,316 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 97,605 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 97,605 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 88,207 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 74,606 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 60,315 miles

both rear tyres getting low

front discs lipped and worn

Pass 4 Mar 2008 43,956 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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HY05 VHO is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HY05 VHO, 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 HY05 VHO registered?

HY05 VHO is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is HY05 VHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 VHO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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