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IXI 196

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,700 mi
Last recorded41,700 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIXI 196
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 41,700 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 38,923 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 37,222 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 34,606 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 32,043 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 28,959 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 25,862 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 24,786 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 21,695 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 21,695 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 19,110 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 15,315 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 15,315 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 11,978 miles

front brake discs starting to corrode

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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IXI 196 is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 IXI 196, 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.

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What year was IXI 196 registered?

IXI 196 is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is IXI 196 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IXI 196 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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