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KM54 XEJ

2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

126,993 mi
Last recorded126,993 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto67,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM54 XEJ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Light Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 126,993 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 126,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 123,759 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 123,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

SMELL OF FUEL

Pass 31 Mar 2023 121,542 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 120,429 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 117,897 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

slight wear in both front anti roll bar links

surface corrosion to front brake discs

washers aimed low

Pass 1 Oct 2019 116,970 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 111,017 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 104,336 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 100,369 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 95,302 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 95,302 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 87,709 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs warn thin

Fail 26 Sep 2014 87,651 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs warn thin

Pass 4 Oct 2013 82,773 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 77,463 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres slightly perished

rear brake application slightly uneven, nearside rear needs attention

Pass 6 Sep 2011 67,881 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 57,728 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 43,890 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 43,872 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 36,093 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 27,844 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Light Auto?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
4,206
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82
position lamp(s) not working 54
Registration plate lamp not working 50
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
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KM54 XEJ is a 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 67,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Light Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM54 XEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Light Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Roadster Light Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KM54 XEJ registered?

KM54 XEJ is a 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto, first registered on 8 December 2004.

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