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KR55 JWJ

2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

86,486 mi
Last recorded86,486 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto48,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 JWJ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Brabus Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 86,486 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 86,370 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 86,245 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 83,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 77,063 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 74,526 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 74,235 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 73,724 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 66,258 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 66,258 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 52,937 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 43,393 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 32,124 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 8 Dec 2008 21,649 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Brabus Auto?

Based on 3,412 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 78
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
position lamp(s) not working 55
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 44
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
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KR55 JWJ is a 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 48,096 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Roadster Brabus Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR55 JWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Brabus Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Smart Roadster Brabus Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KR55 JWJ registered?

KR55 JWJ is a 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is KR55 JWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 JWJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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