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A4 DBU

2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,992 mi
Last recorded23,992 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)52,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 DBU
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 23,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 21 May 2025 23,967 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 23,938 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 23,914 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 27 May 2022 23,804 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 May 2022 23,804 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 23,766 miles

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 23,685 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 23,638 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 23,585 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 23,491 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 22,983 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 22,922 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2012 22,545 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 22,545 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2011 21,982 miles

Front brake disc's corroding on inner faces

Pass 18 Jun 2010 20,769 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Small but deep cut in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jun 2009 19,568 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,109 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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A4 DBU is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 DBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A4 DBU registered?

A4 DBU is a 2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is A4 DBU safe to buy?

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