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CA54 VZD

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,437 mi
Last recorded26,437 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 VZD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 26,437 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 26,118 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 26,110 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 26,012 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 26,012 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Jan 2010 25,059 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

drivers wiper worn

Pass 22 Jan 2009 18,803 miles

front brake discs rusted but ok for the test

Pass 11 Jan 2008 15,608 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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CA54 VZD is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA54 VZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA54 VZD registered?

CA54 VZD is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 14 January 2005.

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