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Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 698 cc

K18 AVEMOT history

K18 AVE is a black petrol Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) first used on 30 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 66,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
66,598 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 AVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart
Model
Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 AVE was last recorded at 66,598 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,576 miles · 12 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
2,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,598 miles
  • 2020 – 66,576 miles
  • 2015 – 64,648 miles
  • 2014 – 59,844 miles
  • 2013 – 54,812 miles
  • 2012 – 49,412 miles
  • 2011 – 44,118 miles
  • 2010 – 39,024 miles
  • 2009 – 34,310 miles
  • 2007 – 28,944 miles
  • 2006 – 19,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,598 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,598 miles (+22)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    66,598 miles
    Test number
    875140861084
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass66,576 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,576 miles
    Test number
    946200179860
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail66,574 miles (+1,926)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,574 miles
    Test number
    360939803582
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront engine mounting rubber worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass64,648 miles (+4,804)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,648 miles
    Test number
    627565875115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre deteriorated

  5. Pass59,844 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,844 miles
    Test number
    448945464008
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Fail59,844 miles (+5,032)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,844 miles
    Test number
    858074364023
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass54,812 miles (+5,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,812 miles
    Test number
    285453763054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  8. Pass49,412 miles (+5,294)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,412 miles
    Test number
    156942542059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir bag light on

  9. Pass44,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,118 miles
    Test number
    629733151072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,118 miles (+14)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,118 miles
    Test number
    675603051025
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  11. Fail44,104 miles (+5,080)11 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,104 miles
    Test number
    298242851070
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANT INDICATING A FAULT
    • NoteE.S.P.WARNING LIGHT ON

  12. Pass39,024 miles (+4,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,024 miles
    Test number
    862065860032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass34,310 miles (+5,366)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,310 miles
    Test number
    344560919092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,944 miles (+8,977)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,944 miles
    Test number
    881362957311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,967 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    19,967 miles
    Test number
    432188536451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail19,915 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,915 miles
    Test number
    801366936327
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about K18 AVE

Does K18 AVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 AVE is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 AVE?
The MOT on K18 AVE is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 AVE done?
K18 AVE was recorded at 66,598 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 2,426 miles a year.
Has K18 AVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 AVE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on K18 AVE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K18 AVE find?
K18 AVE passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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