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EJ51 SUE

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,066 mi
Last recorded36,066 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ51 SUE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 36,066 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 36,066 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 33,357 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2024 33,355 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 30,136 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 30,136 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 27,852 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 27,852 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 25,406 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 23,781 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 21,188 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 19,571 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 17,341 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 16,647 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 13,769 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 12,276 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,023 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 11,479 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 10,542 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
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EJ51 SUE is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 45,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EJ51 SUE, 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 18 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EJ51 SUE registered?

EJ51 SUE is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is EJ51 SUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ51 SUE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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