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BG08 YEX

2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,027 mi
Last recorded43,027 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet44,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 YEX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 43,027 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 43,027 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 41,917 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 40,733 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 39,533 miles

High level stop lamp not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 37,453 miles

High level stop light not working

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 37,453 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

High level stop light not working

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 35,049 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively pads ok (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

under-tray,floor,sill,front & rear inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2018 33,262 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 31,304 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 26,918 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 22,645 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 19,183 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 19,183 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 16,079 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 12,944 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 9,830 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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BG08 YEX is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BG08 YEX, 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

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What year was BG08 YEX registered?

BG08 YEX is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is BG08 YEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 YEX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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