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KP05 VLM

2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,340 mi
Last recorded47,340 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)54,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 VLM
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 47,340 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 46,786 miles

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)

Oil leak on engine and gearbox ()

Under trays fitted to underside of vehicle.

Pass 26 Apr 2016 44,688 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

engine cover and undertrays fitted

oil leak

Pass 1 May 2015 40,104 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)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2014 36,858 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)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 34,265 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

thorn in offside rear tyre.

Fail 24 Apr 2013 34,265 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

thorn in offside rear tyre.

Pass 12 Apr 2012 31,672 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 31,504 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

o/s/wiper blade split but clearing screen

Pass 7 Apr 2011 24,210 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2010 19,563 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2009 17,156 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 16,874 MOT tests across 995 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
3,991
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 456
Stop lamp not working 339
position lamp(s) not working 331
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 299
Brake pipe excessively corroded 297
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KP05 VLM is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 54,626 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP05 VLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KP05 VLM registered?

KP05 VLM is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 29 June 2005.

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