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KN05 DXP

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

78,050 mi
Last recorded78,050 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 DXP
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 78,050 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 76,992 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 74,118 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 72,633 miles

Nearside Front Lower hub slight corroision

Nearside Front Lower hub slight corrosion

Fail 21 May 2022 72,633 miles

Nearside Front Lower hub slight corroision

Nearside Front Lower hub slight corrosion

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 70,770 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 67,663 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 67,321 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2019 67,321 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid all front (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 65,692 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 65,165 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 64,150 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 61,729 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 58,578 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2013 52,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 52,448 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 43,980 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 36,045 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 28,409 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 24,388 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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KN05 DXP is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 KN05 DXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN05 DXP registered?

KN05 DXP is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 4 May 2005.

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