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BP57 DLE

2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Diesel 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

194,609 mi
Last recorded194,609 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe43,749 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 DLE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 194,609 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 193,911 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 189,260 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 178,292 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 164,339 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 150,403 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 144,954 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2016 144,954 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 144,027 miles

Fuel cap perrishing still sealing

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

windscreen cracked, but not distrating drivers view

Pass 7 Aug 2014 135,872 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 135,870 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight knock from front further investigation recomended

Pass 17 Jan 2013 95,233 miles

Nearside and Offside front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 5 Jan 2012 69,521 miles

sill covers and undertrays fitted

windscreen chipped

Pass 5 Jan 2011 44,152 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 44,152 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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BP57 DLE is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 43,749 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BP57 DLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BP57 DLE registered?

BP57 DLE is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is BP57 DLE safe to buy?

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