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LT05 XXC

2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,323 mi
Last recorded77,323 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto55,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 XXC
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Light Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 77,323 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2018 77,323 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 10 May 2017 67,332 miles

all brake pipes covered by substance, unable to check properly-x2 front track rod ends have slight play-x2 front ball joint boots deteriorated-x2 front tyres outer edges cracked but no cords exposed

Pass 7 Jun 2016 59,669 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 49,013 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 41,465 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 41,296 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 39,524 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 39,524 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 22 Oct 2012 35,518 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 35,518 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 28,103 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 18,465 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 18,465 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 15,425 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 12,884 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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LT05 XXC is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LT05 XXC, 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 LT05 XXC registered?

LT05 XXC is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto, first registered on 25 March 2005.

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