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KR05 VDV

2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

40,420 mi
Last recorded40,420 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A51,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 VDV
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe Brabus A
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 40,420 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 40,066 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 39,826 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,633 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 39,633 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 39,099 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 38,347 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 38,009 miles

fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 3 May 2019 37,107 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 36,516 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 36,469 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 35,731 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 35,061 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 33,692 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 33,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 32,525 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 32,509 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 32,170 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 30,751 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 29,556 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 29,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 27,825 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 27,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 22,856 miles

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

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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KR05 VDV is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KR05 VDV, 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.

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What year was KR05 VDV registered?

KR05 VDV is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A, first registered on 22 June 2005.

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