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BD08 FYP

2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,884 mi
Last recorded41,884 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet44,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 FYP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 41,884 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 39,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 36,510 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 13 Oct 2022 32,667 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2022 32,667 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 29,458 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 29,458 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 25,764 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 20,396 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 19,869 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 19,299 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 18,114 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 17,585 miles

front & rear tyres starting to perrish

Pass 9 Apr 2014 16,678 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 15,701 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 15,701 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

o/s wiper blade smeers screen slightly

Pass 19 Apr 2012 14,200 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 11,387 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
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BD08 FYP is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 44,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD08 FYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD08 FYP?

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What year was BD08 FYP registered?

BD08 FYP is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is BD08 FYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 FYP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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