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KV55 YYZ

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,835 mi
Last recorded62,835 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 YYZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 62,835 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 58,852 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 58,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 55,587 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 50,986 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 50,986 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 45,808 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 45,693 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted o/s/f, o/s/r,n/s/f & n/s/r (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 45,693 miles

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

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

Road wheel slightly distorted o/s/f, o/s/r,n/s/f & n/s/r (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 45,254 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 44,481 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 44,248 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 43,840 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 43,437 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 43,417 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 42,622 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 42,256 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 41,934 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 40,226 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 37,072 miles

bad corrosion front brake discs

rubing noise o/s/f wheel suspect pads near minimum thickness.must be further investigated

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 YYZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 KV55 YYZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV55 YYZ registered?

KV55 YYZ is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 10 October 2005.

Is KV55 YYZ safe to buy?

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