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K55 DET

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

53,014 mi
Last recorded53,014 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK55 DET
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Oct 2024 53,014 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 45,905 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 52,903 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 31,035 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 27,790 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 26,480 miles

All suspension components corroded

Boot not opening correctly

Nearside Mirror broken

Fail 29 Mar 2018 26,480 miles

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

All suspension components corroded

Boot not opening correctly

Nearside Mirror broken

Very heavy surface corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 2 Jul 2014 26,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Suspension components corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wiper blades worn

Fail 1 Jul 2014 26,080 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Sump corroded

Suspension components corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wiper blades worn

Pass 30 Jul 2012 25,246 miles

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

front brake discs getting in poor condition

Pass 5 Aug 2011 24,600 miles

front brake discs corroded on inside

Pass 28 Jul 2010 21,165 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 21,165 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 30 Jul 2009 18,426 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 14,634 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 14,634 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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K55 DET is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K55 DET, 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 K55 DET registered?

K55 DET is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 8 July 2005.

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