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YA05 BCX

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,346 mi
Last recorded51,346 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 BCX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2023 51,346 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 51,174 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

engine stabiliser mount deteriorated

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2021 50,274 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))

sill and under body covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2020 49,734 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 47,791 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 43,571 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

under body and sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2017 40,170 miles

covers fitted

oil leak from engine oil filter housing area

Pass 18 Mar 2016 35,014 miles

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Under tray fitted to vehicle

Pass 20 Feb 2015 29,333 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 27,376 miles

unable to fully check vehicle components due to panels fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,256 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2012 21,220 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 18,803 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2010 17,242 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 12,781 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,260 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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YA05 BCX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YA05 BCX, 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 YA05 BCX registered?

YA05 BCX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is YA05 BCX safe to buy?

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