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KV55 GZJ

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

100,096 mi
Last recorded100,096 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 GZJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 100,096 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2024 100,094 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 92,203 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 84,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 81,703 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 74,965 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2020 74,965 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 73,650 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 73,650 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 69,940 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside rear shock absorber cover broken

Fail 14 Dec 2018 69,940 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside rear shock absorber cover broken

Pass 5 Dec 2017 65,633 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 63,728 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 63,728 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2015 61,952 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 59,027 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 56,796 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 53,555 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 50,956 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 46,201 miles

Air bag light on

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 39,443 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 21 Sep 2009 39,443 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 36,321 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 36,321 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KV55 GZJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 KV55 GZJ, 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.

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What year was KV55 GZJ registered?

KV55 GZJ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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