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SE54 CSX

2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

53,939 mi
Last recorded53,939 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet46,375 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE54 CSX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2014 53,939 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 52,690 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2013 52,689 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 49,001 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 42,050 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Oil leak

plastic sill trims fitted

plastic undergaurds fitted

Fail 4 Apr 2011 42,048 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Oil leak

front brake discs pitted

plastic sill trims fitted

plastic undergaurds fitted

Fail 2 Apr 2010 35,119 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 35,119 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 28,594 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 19,872 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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SE54 CSX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 46,375 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) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SE54 CSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SE54 CSX registered?

SE54 CSX is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is SE54 CSX safe to buy?

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