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KW05 HTK

2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

56,691 mi
Last recorded56,691 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet46,375 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 HTK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 56,691 miles

Nearside Rear tyre uneven

Fail 13 Aug 2018 56,691 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre uneven

Pass 23 Nov 2016 56,459 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)

front tyres deteriorated

Fail 23 Nov 2016 56,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

front tyres deteriorated

Pass 1 Sep 2016 56,355 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 53,377 miles

Underside covers fitted

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

Fail 2 Sep 2015 53,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Underside covers fitted

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 48,612 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 48,611 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 43,160 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 40,264 miles

park brake lever handle is slightly loose

Pass 30 Jul 2011 37,308 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2010 30,768 miles

both front tyre treads wearing on inner edges and JUST ON LEGAL LIMIT

Fail 3 Aug 2010 30,768 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyre treads wearing on inner edges and JUST ON LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 4 Aug 2009 24,752 miles

both sides front brake pads worn to excess

both sides front top shockabsorber mountings and steering rack mountings not visable

the nearside rear brake is binding on slightly

the nearside rear tyre is worn to excess and its legal limit

the offside rear tyre is worn to excess

vehicle fitted with plastic sill covers and under trays

Pass 21 Jul 2008 18,848 miles

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

plastic covers & under trays

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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KW05 HTK is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 46,375 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 (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW05 HTK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KW05 HTK registered?

KW05 HTK is a 2005 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is KW05 HTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 HTK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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