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VX05 OSA

2005 Smc Ram

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,044 mi
Last recorded11,044 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Smc Ram3,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 OSA
MakeSmc
ModelRam
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 11,044 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 11,044 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 9,772 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 9,583 miles

How Reliable is the Smc Ram?

Based on 574 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
175
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 40
Obligatory mirror missing 13
registration plate missing 12
wheel bearing has excessive play 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
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VX05 OSA is a 2005 Smc Ram in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Smc Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 3,840 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 Smc Ram fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 OSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smc Ram typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smc Ram is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 OSA registered?

VX05 OSA is a 2005 Smc Ram, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is VX05 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 OSA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX05 OSA have outstanding finance?

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