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KN54 RJV

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

62,118 mi
Last recorded62,118 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN54 RJV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 62,118 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 61,621 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 61,168 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 59,467 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 59,467 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 58,324 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 56,364 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 54,270 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 54,269 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front slight play in top shock mount

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 51,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 50,188 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 47,418 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

N/S/R tyre perished

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Fail 10 Aug 2017 47,418 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

N/S/R tyre perished

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Pass 8 Aug 2016 44,936 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front brake hoses perished and chaffed

Pass 12 Aug 2015 42,915 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 42,915 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 40,839 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 17 Sep 2013 37,659 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 36,191 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

covers on sills

Pass 12 Jan 2012 35,001 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 35,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 32,140 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 30,157 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 28,918 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 25,914 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 25,914 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KN54 RJV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 55,275 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 KN54 RJV, 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 22 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 KN54 RJV registered?

KN54 RJV is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 3 November 2004.

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The MOT history for KN54 RJV shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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