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GN53 BKE

2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

51,788 mi
Last recorded51,788 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)54,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 BKE
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 51,788 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 51,388 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2023 50,985 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2023 50,985 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 50,240 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 49,192 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 48,134 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 46,732 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 46,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 43,322 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 37,311 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 31,652 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 26,376 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 20,835 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 16,804 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 12,604 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 10,161 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 7,555 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 5,729 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 3,538 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 2,968 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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GN53 BKE is a 2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 54,690 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 GN53 BKE, 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 22 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 GN53 BKE registered?

GN53 BKE is a 2004 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is GN53 BKE safe to buy?

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