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M17 DDN

2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,339 mi
Last recorded60,339 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A51,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 DDN
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe Brabus A
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 60,339 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 58,840 miles

Nearside rack end has slight play

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel cap seal perishing

under tray fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 16 Apr 2015 51,977 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 51,977 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 39,738 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 39,738 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 38,879 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 30,897 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 30,897 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 28,067 miles

Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 4 Oct 2010 28,067 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 22,486 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A?

Based on 3,503 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
2,862
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 97
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
position lamp(s) not working 57
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 45
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M17 DDN is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 51,220 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 Coupe Brabus A fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M17 DDN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M17 DDN registered?

M17 DDN is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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