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WU05 XVL

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,685 mi
Last recorded86,685 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 XVL
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 86,685 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 74,946 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 71,842 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 69,712 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 64,919 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 57,390 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 57,370 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S/F tyre starting to crack and tread separation

Fail 5 Dec 2013 57,227 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 48,334 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 36,005 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 24,056 miles

tyre tread starting to perish and crack

Pass 13 May 2010 21,371 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 18,788 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack/perish

wipers smeer the front screen slightly

Pass 18 Mar 2008 15,643 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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WU05 XVL is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WU05 XVL, 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 WU05 XVL registered?

WU05 XVL is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 31 May 2005.

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