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WR05 LTY

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

49,450 mi
Last recorded49,450 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 LTY
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 49,450 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Sep 2026 49,450 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2025 49,025 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 48,748 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 48,231 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 47,546 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 47,365 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 46,833 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 46,698 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 45,486 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 45,122 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 44,456 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 43,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2014 43,135 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 42,371 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 42,371 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 40,648 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 40,530 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2011 40,530 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 36,448 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 32,134 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 32,134 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 27,128 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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WR05 LTY is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 WR05 LTY, 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 WR05 LTY registered?

WR05 LTY is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 15 June 2005.

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