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SO05 DJY

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

125,930 mi
Last recorded125,930 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 DJY
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2026 125,930 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 122,095 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 122,094 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Lower ball joint fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Aug 2024 117,347 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2024 117,347 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 112,315 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 107,940 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 103,972 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 103,972 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 101,817 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 96,748 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 89,829 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 82,294 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 75,097 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 67,793 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 59,145 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 49,723 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 49,678 miles

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 40,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 31,035 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 22,428 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 15,746 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 13,815 miles

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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SO05 DJY is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SO05 DJY, 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 SO05 DJY registered?

SO05 DJY is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is SO05 DJY safe to buy?

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