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SM05 UWK

2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,035 mi
Last recorded75,035 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2011
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto55,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 UWK
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Light Auto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2011 75,035 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2010 68,157 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 68,157 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2009 57,510 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 57,510 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres starting to crack

offside head light damage

Pass 15 May 2008 44,213 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight cracking on treads of both front tyres

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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SM05 UWK is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SM05 UWK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM05 UWK registered?

SM05 UWK is a 2005 Smart Roadster Light Auto, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is SM05 UWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 UWK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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