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BU54 SVL

2004 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

Red Diesel 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

86,061 mi
Last recorded86,061 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)59,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 SVL
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 86,061 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 85,819 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 85,491 miles

Fuel cap o-ring deteriorated

Fail 6 Feb 2020 85,488 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fuel cap o-ring deteriorated

Nearside Front side light glass unit damaged

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 75,951 miles

Nearside Front sidelight glass cracked

Fail 28 Jan 2019 75,949 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front sidelight glass cracked

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 65,294 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2017 61,582 miles

Oil leak

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 61,582 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 57,492 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 50,781 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2014 39,184 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 38,717 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

slight deterioration to fuel filler cap seal

Pass 7 Mar 2012 33,578 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 33,578 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 27,781 miles

all four tyres have fatigue cracks advise renewal

Pass 2 Mar 2010 23,128 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 23,128 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 27 Feb 2009 18,294 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)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 18,294 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 13,781 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 13,781 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 16,874 MOT tests across 995 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
3,991
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 456
Stop lamp not working 339
position lamp(s) not working 331
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 299
Brake pipe excessively corroded 297
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BU54 SVL is a 2004 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) in Red with a 698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 59,871 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 SVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BU54 SVL is a 2004 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 22 December 2004.

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