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LG05 MKC

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,807 mi
Last recorded68,807 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 MKC
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2024 68,807 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 68,305 miles

Coil spring corroded n/s/f & o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable corroded (1.1.15 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive from corroded sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Sep 2023 68,255 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded. Rubbed on rear axel. (1.1.15 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump pan corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 65,559 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 62,467 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 60,022 miles

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

Nearside Front anti roll bar corroded

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

Offside Front anti roll bar corroded

fuel cap seal cracked

Pass 21 Sep 2019 57,779 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside front wheel rim damaged inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2019 56,415 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 Feb 2019 56,345 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 53,895 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2017 51,289 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 48,145 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 45,441 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f road wheel inner rim slightly distorted

Pass 22 Feb 2014 42,685 miles

n/s/f o/s/f tyres close to wear indicators

n/s/r o/s/r tyres close to wear indicators

Pass 16 Feb 2013 39,860 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Feb 2012 37,849 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 37,778 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 35,884 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 33,267 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil leak from around turbo.

Pass 21 Feb 2009 31,090 miles

Slight buckle to both rear wheels

Pass 29 Feb 2008 28,238 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Feb 2008 28,175 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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LG05 MKC is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LG05 MKC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG05 MKC registered?

LG05 MKC is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 1 March 2005.

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