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EX58 HZR

2008 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

92,314 mi
Last recorded92,314 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet41,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 HZR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 92,314 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2023 92,314 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 77,482 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 77,482 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 May 2021 75,203 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 May 2021 75,203 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 69,353 miles

undertrays fitted.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And cracking in treads. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 69,353 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And cracking in treads. (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted.

Pass 18 Jun 2018 59,804 miles

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

Offside 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 14 Jun 2017 52,312 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

gearbox oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2016 42,006 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 38,866 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 32,546 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 27,120 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 27,120 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 22,729 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 18,488 miles

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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EX58 HZR is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 41,458 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 EX58 HZR, 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 18 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 EX58 HZR registered?

EX58 HZR is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 10 September 2008.

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