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BK08 AYE

2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,207 mi
Last recorded61,207 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet44,628 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 AYE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 61,207 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 60,790 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 60,384 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 60,384 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 59,895 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 59,315 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 56,950 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 55,009 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 52,783 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 50,865 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Mar 2016 46,263 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 43,356 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 40,663 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 40,659 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 35,344 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 26,428 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 16,751 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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BK08 AYE is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BK08 AYE, 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 BK08 AYE registered?

BK08 AYE is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BK08 AYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 AYE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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