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LJ05 DND

2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,786 mi
Last recorded46,786 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto55,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 DND
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Light Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 46,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 May 2025 40,217 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 39,294 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 39,283 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 39,283 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 39,270 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 38,868 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 38,677 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 37,744 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 36,665 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,611 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)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 30,274 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 30,002 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 29,688 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 28,647 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 28,514 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 28,505 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 28,027 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Light Auto?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
4,206
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82
position lamp(s) not working 54
Registration plate lamp not working 50
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
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LJ05 DND is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Light Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 DND, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Light Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster Light Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 DND registered?

LJ05 DND is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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