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KS54 EJD

2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

123,842 mi
Last recorded123,842 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto67,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 EJD
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Light Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 123,842 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 123,842 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 123,583 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 123,378 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 123,153 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone bushes n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2019 123,153 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone bushes n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2019 122,993 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 116,665 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 107,036 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 97,103 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Oct 2015 88,426 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 88,426 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 80,532 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2014 80,531 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 72,150 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 64,541 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 55,738 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 55,738 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2010 47,775 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 47,775 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 39,493 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 39,493 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2008 29,527 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 29,527 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 22,824 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Light Auto?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
4,206
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82
position lamp(s) not working 54
Registration plate lamp not working 50
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
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KS54 EJD is a 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 67,782 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 Roadster Light Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS54 EJD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was KS54 EJD registered?

KS54 EJD is a 2004 Smart Roadster Light Auto, first registered on 29 December 2004.

Is KS54 EJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 EJD shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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