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BG08 YDZ

2008 Mcc Smart

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

69,795 mi
Last recorded69,795 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 YDZ
MakeMcc
ModelSmart
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 69,795 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 66,145 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 66,145 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 61,121 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2023 61,121 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 55,145 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 55,145 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 54,756 miles

EML is on, (registered before 01 July 2008)

Pass 4 Feb 2021 53,946 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2021 53,923 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 52,302 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2019 52,302 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 50,844 miles

Nearside Rear slight brake binding

Pass 20 Mar 2017 49,483 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 49,279 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 48,743 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 45,172 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 45,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Sep 2012 38,020 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 29,482 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 29,482 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 25,752 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 25,752 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart?

Based on 1,784 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,004
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 93
Stop lamp not working 86
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 45
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BG08 YDZ is a 2008 Mcc Smart in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG08 YDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Mcc Smart is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG08 YDZ registered?

BG08 YDZ is a 2008 Mcc Smart, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is BG08 YDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 YDZ shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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