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LJ05 LYW

2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

34,123 mi
Last recorded34,123 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)54,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 LYW
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 34,123 miles
Pass 6 May 2019 28,010 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 26,261 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 25,000 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 24,647 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 24,647 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2014 21,960 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 20,331 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 20,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2012 17,781 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 17,781 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 7 Jun 2011 15,211 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 15,211 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 12,913 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 12,913 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2009 9,769 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 8,295 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 16,874 MOT tests across 995 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
3,991
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 456
Stop lamp not working 339
position lamp(s) not working 331
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 299
Brake pipe excessively corroded 297
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LJ05 LYW is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 54,626 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 Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 LYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 LYW registered?

LJ05 LYW is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 29 April 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 LYW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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