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AO08 NXY

2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,209 mi
Last recorded72,209 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 NXY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 72,209 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Short crack and tiny chip, (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 68,093 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2025 68,085 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 62,468 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly. (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2024 62,468 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear wheel bearing NOT able to be tested until repairs/retest.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly. (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 59,155 miles

Front Both tyres are dated 2013.

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips. (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to de-laminate. (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 58,295 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 58,295 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cracked/perished not sealing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 57,293 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded slightly. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 57,138 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 56,162 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 56,162 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2018 55,231 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 53,454 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 48,834 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 45,428 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 41,497 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 41,497 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 35,387 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 27,567 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen wiper starting to smear

Pass 21 Feb 2011 21,046 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 21,045 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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AO08 NXY is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 45,543 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) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO08 NXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO08 NXY registered?

AO08 NXY is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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