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BG57 NWR

2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

98,567 mi
Last recorded98,567 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 NWR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 98,567 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 95,611 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 89,378 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 89,376 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 83,836 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 83,836 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 78,109 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 75,786 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2021 75,786 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 73,632 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 73,632 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 67,281 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 62,341 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

both rear tyres worn

under tray fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2017 62,341 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

both rear tyres worn

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2016 58,081 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

fuel cap sealing washer cracking

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 17 Dec 2016 58,080 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

fuel cap sealing washer cracking

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 9 Dec 2015 47,569 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 47,569 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working BOTH SIDES (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 34,113 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Nov 2014 34,113 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 28,966 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 6 Dec 2013 28,966 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Dec 2012 22,408 miles

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Dec 2011 15,259 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 9,569 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 9,344 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
Full Smart (mcc) Cabriolet reliability report

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BG57 NWR is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 45,287 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) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG57 NWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 19 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG57 NWR registered?

BG57 NWR is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 3 November 2007.

Is BG57 NWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG57 NWR shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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