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KP54 ULX

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,941 mi
Last recorded69,941 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP54 ULX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 69,941 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2020 69,941 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 60,005 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 58,588 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 51,452 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 48,277 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 35,308 miles

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

Oil leak

offside front wheel high camber adjustment

Fail 1 Oct 2014 35,308 miles

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

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

Oil leak

offside front wheel high camber adjustment

Fail 30 Sep 2013 33,418 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 33,418 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 32,110 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 32,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 May 2010 52,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 May 2010 52,042 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 37,451 miles

airbag light on at time of test

front discs slightly corroded

front suspension damaged or worn.unable to trace on mot test

Fail 4 Mar 2008 37,451 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

airbag light on at time of test

front discs slightly corroded

front suspension damaged or worn.unable to trace on mot test

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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KP54 ULX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KP54 ULX, 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.

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What year was KP54 ULX registered?

KP54 ULX is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 28 October 2004.

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