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LT05 XXK

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,560 mi
Last recorded18,560 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 XXK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 18,560 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 17,621 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 16,251 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 13,632 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 13,240 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 12,975 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 12,239 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 12,239 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 11,622 miles

off side rear brake sticking

Pass 22 Mar 2017 10,916 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 10,387 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 7,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 7,082 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 6,531 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 5,830 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2011 4,963 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 4,599 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 4,105 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 2,897 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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LT05 XXK is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT05 XXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT05 XXK registered?

LT05 XXK is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is LT05 XXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 XXK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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