SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD) MOT pass rate
74.4% of 1,325 SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD) MOT tests pass.
At 74.4%, The ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD) passes slightly less often than the average across all SMART models (79.0%).
At 74.4%, The SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD) passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 74.4% | 1,325 | 81,023 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD)
The most common reason the SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD) fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 84.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 84.7% | Not working |
| Brakes | 41.7% | Excessively corroded |
| Suspension | 39.4% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 16.1% | Carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits |
| Visibility | 15.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 13.8% | Has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure |
| Steering | 12.6% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Body, chassis, structure | 8.5% | Ineffective |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 3.3% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.3% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related SMART models
- SMART FORTWO — 84.8% pass rate
- SMART FORFOUR — 79.6% pass rate
- SMART FORTWO COUPE — 72.9% pass rate
- SMART CITY COUPE — 68.4% pass rate
- SMART FORTWO CABRIOLET — 74.9% pass rate
- SMART CABRIOLET — 71.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD)?
- 74.4% of SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD) MOT tests pass, based on 1,325 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD)?
- The most common reason the SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD) fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 84.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the SMART ROADSTER 80 AUTO(RHD)'s service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the SMART service history guide for how to check and keep one.