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KU55 VVN

2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,475 mi
Last recorded77,475 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A51,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 VVN
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Coupe Brabus A
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 77,475 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 77,475 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 69,671 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine has slight oil leak

fuel cap seal starting to split

Pass 6 Nov 2015 62,979 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 54,595 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 51,276 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 51,276 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 49,442 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 44,205 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 44,205 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 42,082 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 9 Sep 2010 42,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Aug 2009 35,947 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 28,050 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 28,050 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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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KU55 VVN is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU55 VVN, 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 KU55 VVN registered?

KU55 VVN is a 2005 Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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