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2005 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe 0.7L Petrol · KW05 AVJ

KW05 AVJ

2005 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe (0.7L, petrol). First registered 28/07/2005. Recorded mileage 11,747 miles. MOT valid until 14/06/2027.

Make & Model
SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE
Year / Origin
2005 · Northampton
MOT Status
Valid until 14/06/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
11,747 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14/06/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
698cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 16 June 2026 at 11,747 miles with no defects recorded, confirming it currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards. This follows a clean pass in March 2025, suggesting the maintenance trend has stabilised after earlier issues. The pattern shows a vehicle that has seen intermittent attention to its consumable components, particularly tyres, but no recent structural or mechanical failures. At roughly 559 miles per year, this 2005 Smart Fortwo Coupe has covered exceptionally low mileage for its age. The record shows consistent annual testing with minimal mileage accumulation between visits, indicating the car has likely been used sparingly or stored for extended periods. There are no signs of rapid mileage spikes or concerning gaps in the MOT history, which supports the idea of careful, light usage rather than neglect. A buyer should prioritise inspecting all four tyres in person, as perishing tread has been flagged repeatedly since 2019 and remains a recurring concern. The windscreen washer system, noted as inoperative during the March 2024 failure, should be tested to confirm it has been addressed. Particular attention should be paid to the front suspension, given the fractured coil spring recorded in March 2024, to verify the repair has held and no further stress has developed. The rear number plate fading noted in 2025 is minor but worth checking for ongoing visibility.

KW05 AVJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2026
  • 11,747 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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KW05 AVJ Mileage History

  1. 10/03/202310,224 mi
  2. 07/03/202411,016 mi+792 mi
  3. 18/03/202411,017 mi+1 mi
  4. 06/03/202511,282 mi+265 mi
  5. 16/06/202611,747 mi+465 mi

Average of roughly 466 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KW05 AVJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 04:31
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Smart (Mcc) Fortwo Coupe (KW05 AVJ) between March 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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