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KN55 DLK

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,230 mi
Last recorded71,230 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 DLK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 71,230 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 71,222 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 71,210 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 71,189 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 71,175 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 71,170 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 71,170 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 64,341 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 62,898 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 62,898 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2015 58,940 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 May 2014 54,973 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2014 54,973 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 May 2013 51,933 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 43,092 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 35,735 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 33,405 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 33,405 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 26,064 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 26,064 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KN55 DLK is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,467 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 KN55 DLK, 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 21 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 KN55 DLK registered?

KN55 DLK is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is KN55 DLK safe to buy?

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