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MK55 YGD

2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,022 mi
Last recorded72,022 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2010
Typical for 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto48,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 YGD
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Brabus Auto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2010 72,022 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 72,022 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2009 60,511 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 56,390 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

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

Fail 21 Oct 2008 56,390 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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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MK55 YGD is a 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 MK55 YGD, 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.

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What year was MK55 YGD registered?

MK55 YGD is a 2005 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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