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LD05 FVG

2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

35,322 mi
Last recorded35,322 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet46,375 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 FVG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 35,322 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 35,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 34,760 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 34,365 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 33,502 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 33,502 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 32,838 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 31,345 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 30,183 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 28,933 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 27,471 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 25,701 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 25,698 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 24,032 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 24,029 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 21,850 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 21,850 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2013 20,002 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 19,696 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 19,696 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 17,336 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 29 Mar 2012 17,336 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 Mar 2011 14,873 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 12,453 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 12,453 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 10,134 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 7,874 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 7,874 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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LD05 FVG is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 46,375 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) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LD05 FVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LD05 FVG registered?

LD05 FVG is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is LD05 FVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD05 FVG shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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