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KR05 RHF

2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,022 mi
Last recorded30,022 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster51,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 RHF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 30,022 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 30,013 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 29,002 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 29,002 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing Wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Centre of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 28,970 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 28,738 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 28,629 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 28,202 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 28,026 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 27,662 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 27,314 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 26,030 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 25,988 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 24,189 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 22,070 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 19,754 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 16,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2008 16,224 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KR05 RHF is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KR05 RHF, 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.

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What year was KR05 RHF registered?

KR05 RHF is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 4 July 2005.

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