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MK54 DDZ

2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,047 mi
Last recorded76,047 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto67,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK54 DDZ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Light Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 76,047 miles

all four tyres are close to limit

Fail 8 Sep 2017 76,047 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all four tyres are close to limit

Pass 27 Sep 2016 70,389 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2016 70,226 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

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

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 64,418 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 58,442 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 51,602 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has age cracks

offside front tyre has age cracks

offside wiper blade has small split at end

Fail 1 Sep 2012 45,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 45,767 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 41,279 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,302 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 28,852 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 28,852 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 22,507 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

high level stop lamp partly working

rear tyres wearing low on tread

slight play in both front struts

Pass 5 Sep 2007 16,802 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Light Auto?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
4,206
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82
position lamp(s) not working 54
Registration plate lamp not working 50
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
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MK54 DDZ is a 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 67,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Light Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK54 DDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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MK54 DDZ is a 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto, first registered on 2 September 2004.

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