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FJ05 YUV

2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,434 mi
Last recorded86,434 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet46,375 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 YUV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 86,434 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 86,056 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 84,786 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 80,832 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 80,831 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 74,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 68,520 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 61,508 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 53,206 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 3,964 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 6,328 miles

front lower bumper is loose

oil leak

Fail 6 Aug 2010 6,328 miles

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

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

front lower bumper is loose

oil leak

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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FJ05 YUV is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 46,375 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ05 YUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ05 YUV registered?

FJ05 YUV is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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The MOT history for FJ05 YUV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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