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NJ55 VWU

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,368 mi
Last recorded48,368 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ55 VWU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 48,368 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 46,854 miles

all under trays fitted,

Pass 23 Oct 2023 45,719 miles

all lower trays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2022 43,992 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 42,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 38,802 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 38,049 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 38,049 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 37,477 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 33,983 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2016 33,483 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and coated with grease (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and coated with grease (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 32,578 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 30,947 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 30,145 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 27,944 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 26,420 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 23,389 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 16,699 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 13,665 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 13,665 miles

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

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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NJ55 VWU is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NJ55 VWU, 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 NJ55 VWU registered?

NJ55 VWU is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is NJ55 VWU safe to buy?

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