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WF05 XVV

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,186 mi
Last recorded53,186 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF05 XVV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 53,186 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 52,762 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 52,257 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 51,773 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 51,227 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 50,702 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 50,702 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2020 49,854 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 49,715 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 49,064 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 46,840 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 43,292 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 43,292 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 39,557 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 34,560 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 34,560 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 30,245 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 24,835 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 17,769 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 12,488 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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WF05 XVV is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF05 XVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF05 XVV registered?

WF05 XVV is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is WF05 XVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF05 XVV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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