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KR54 NKA

2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

60,711 mi
Last recorded60,711 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster55,275 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 NKA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 60,711 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 57,224 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 56,701 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 55,783 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 54,713 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 54,713 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2020 54,607 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 54,607 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 54,359 miles

oil leak

Fail 13 Dec 2018 54,359 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2017 52,514 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear both tyres cracking

front wiper blade split

fuel cap seal starting to split

intercooler mount broken causing to be slightly insecure

oil leak from engine

Pass 4 Aug 2016 50,720 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 50,720 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 48,804 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread cracked

Offside Front tyre tread cracked

Pass 18 Dec 2014 46,575 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 46,490 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 45,209 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 44,694 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 44,693 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

engine warning light on

Pass 7 Dec 2010 43,910 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 42,668 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 37,263 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 28,923 miles

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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KR54 NKA is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KR54 NKA, 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 KR54 NKA registered?

KR54 NKA is a 2004 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is KR54 NKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR54 NKA shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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