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BU54 CMV

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

48,159 mi
Last recorded48,159 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 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

RegistrationBU54 CMV
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 48,159 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 48,145 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 48,125 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight ()

Pass 19 Oct 2022 48,066 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine sump gasket slight seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 48,025 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 47,885 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 47,842 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 47,439 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 46,232 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 44,999 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 44,100 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 43,100 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 40,634 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 36,913 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 34,622 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

small cut in n/s/r tyre

Pass 15 Oct 2011 34,622 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

small cut in n/s/r tyre

Pass 7 Oct 2010 31,160 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 23,671 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 17,354 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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BU54 CMV is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BU54 CMV, 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 BU54 CMV registered?

BU54 CMV is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is BU54 CMV safe to buy?

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