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AV55 RKN

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

37,133 mi
Last recorded37,133 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 RKN
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 37,133 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 37,132 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 35,842 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 35,577 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 34,749 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 34,195 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 32,721 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 31,502 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 31,502 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2017 31,342 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 31,291 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 31,121 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 31,121 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2014 31,028 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 31,028 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 29,659 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jul 2013 29,659 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 29,006 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers. 2. Front brake discs starting to corrode.

Pass 25 Aug 2011 26,007 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 25,369 miles

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

Under shield fitted to vehicle, unable to fully inspect all components.

Pass 13 Oct 2009 23,898 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 21,858 miles

various trim and trays covering testable items

Fail 31 Oct 2008 21,858 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate cracked

various trim and trays covering testable items

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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AV55 RKN 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 78.3%.

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 AV55 RKN, 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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AV55 RKN is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 30 December 2005.

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