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KV55 GZX

2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,272 mi
Last recorded109,272 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto48,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 GZX
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Brabus Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 109,272 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2018 109,272 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 105,662 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 10 Mar 2017 105,650 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 103,048 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 101,663 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 93,687 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 85,258 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 65,259 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 53,159 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 43,309 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 14,508 miles

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

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Brabus Auto?

Based on 3,412 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 78
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
position lamp(s) not working 55
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 44
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
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KV55 GZX is a 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 48,096 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Brabus Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV55 GZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Brabus Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster Brabus Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KV55 GZX registered?

KV55 GZX is a 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto, first registered on 26 September 2005.

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