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E23 KTE

2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Cream Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,607 mi
Last recorded37,607 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet44,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE23 KTE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2006
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 37,607 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 36,404 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 36,398 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 36,397 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 36,331 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMITS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 35,584 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 34,875 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 34,026 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 31,487 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 30,319 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 30,318 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 28,833 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 28,833 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 24,113 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 24,104 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 19,826 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 19,826 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 15,474 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 12,191 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 6,217 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 4,300 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 4,300 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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E23 KTE is a 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Cream with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 44,388 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) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E23 KTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E23 KTE registered?

E23 KTE is a 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is E23 KTE safe to buy?

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