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LS05 XWX

2005 Smart Roadster Speedsilver Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

93,581 mi
Last recorded93,581 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Speedsilver Auto50,939 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 XWX
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Speedsilver Auto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 93,581 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2025 93,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2023 93,470 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

under covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 13 May 2022 88,900 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut outer wall 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

oil low toped up 1ltr oil

Fail 13 May 2022 88,900 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut outer wall 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

oil low toped up 1ltr oil

Pass 26 Apr 2021 80,869 miles

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

under covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 20 May 2020 76,809 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring many components

Fail 15 May 2020 76,782 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective sealing rubber spiting (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring many components

Pass 2 Apr 2019 72,349 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 70,783 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 66,777 miles

Cracks in fuel cap seal only just passed test

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear Recommend the bulbs to be replaced (1.4.A.2f)

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

Part of centre stop lamp notworking

Pass 19 Apr 2016 62,957 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 60,936 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 5,876 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 47,989 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2012 38,675 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 26,624 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 24,644 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 21,866 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 17,632 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Speedsilver Auto?

Based on 2,647 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
3,480
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 54
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 54
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43
Stop lamp not working 38
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 38
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LS05 XWX is a 2005 Smart Roadster Speedsilver Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster Speedsilver Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 50,939 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Speedsilver Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS05 XWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LS05 XWX registered?

LS05 XWX is a 2005 Smart Roadster Speedsilver Auto, first registered on 8 June 2005.

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