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KR54 UVJ

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

77,882 mi
Last recorded77,882 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 UVJ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 77,882 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2026 72,860 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 71,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2025 71,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 69,025 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing **borderline** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 66,897 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 66,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 66,392 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 66,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 65,561 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 65,551 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 65,301 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 8 Sep 2017 65,301 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 64,991 miles

Engine management lamp illuminated

Plastic undertrays and engine covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 2 Sep 2015 64,750 miles

Plastic undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of prescribed areas

Pass 23 Aug 2014 64,632 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2013 62,774 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 59,205 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 53,799 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 53,794 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2010 48,223 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 48,223 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 25,354 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 25,354 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 17,625 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 17,625 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 8,496 miles

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

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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KR54 UVJ is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,084 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 Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR54 UVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was KR54 UVJ registered?

KR54 UVJ is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 10 January 2005.

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