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OV05 WBO

2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,735 mi
Last recorded103,735 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto55,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 WBO
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Light Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 103,735 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 95,867 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 95,867 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2017 86,375 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 86,375 miles

Central engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 75,488 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 69,964 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 69,951 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 67,599 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 67,599 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 60,263 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 60,263 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 55,119 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 May 2011 43,905 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 33,174 miles

both rear tyres have nails in & 3/4 worn.

slight play in offside front anti-roll bar link.

windscreen chipped.

Fail 12 Jun 2010 33,174 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres have nails in & 3/4 worn.

slight play in offside front anti-roll bar link.

windscreen chipped.

Pass 2 Jun 2009 23,080 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 11,657 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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OV05 WBO is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV05 WBO, 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 OV05 WBO registered?

OV05 WBO is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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