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NL54 BXN

2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,958 mi
Last recorded46,958 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto55,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL54 BXN
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Brabus Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 46,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 46,386 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge tyre @5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 44,398 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 44,398 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 44,170 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2021 44,090 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 43,947 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 43,129 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 41,266 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 39,756 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 38,823 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 38,178 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 35,889 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 32,723 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 29,677 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,573 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 27,255 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 24,408 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 18,460 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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NL54 BXN is a 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 55,069 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 NL54 BXN, 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 22 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 NL54 BXN registered?

NL54 BXN is a 2004 Smart Roadster Brabus Auto, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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