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MX05 XHS

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

95,063 mi
Last recorded95,063 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 XHS
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 95,063 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 85,994 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 83,860 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 80,952 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 80,392 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 69,872 miles

Vehicle has engine covers & under-trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 24 Apr 2018 63,972 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 60,695 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 58,268 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 56,289 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 53,323 miles

very long handbrake travel

Pass 26 Mar 2013 50,651 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2011 45,743 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 37,559 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 33,769 miles

Advise attention to nearside dip beam (dim).

Advise nearside rear indicator turning white.

Fail 19 Feb 2009 33,769 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Advise attention to nearside dip beam (dim).

Advise nearside rear indicator turning white.

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

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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MX05 XHS is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 XHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX05 XHS registered?

MX05 XHS is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is MX05 XHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 XHS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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