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SM05 XEA

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

133,473 mi
Last recorded133,473 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 XEA
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 133,473 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs inner faces poor condition (corrosion)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 130,792 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 119,039 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 107,572 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 97,015 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 85,490 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 85,490 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2010 67,427 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2009 60,183 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 60,183 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2008 43,673 miles

both front shockabsorbers slight play in strutt

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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SM05 XEA is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM05 XEA, 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.

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What year was SM05 XEA registered?

SM05 XEA is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is SM05 XEA safe to buy?

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