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FY58 PCZ

2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

131,731 mi
Last recorded131,731 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe43,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 PCZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 131,731 miles

High level stop lamp not working

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 16 Sep 2024 116,168 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both front lower suspension arms in poor condition

Pass 18 Sep 2023 105,578 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Fail 15 Sep 2023 105,578 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))

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

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 101,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 101,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 96,112 miles

Covers & shield fitted

Fail 2 Jul 2021 96,090 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Covers & shield fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 21 Jun 2021 96,072 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Covers & shield fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Jul 2020 84,518 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 77,113 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 77,113 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 69,034 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 65,677 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2017 65,677 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 56,286 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 51,483 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 44,826 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 44,825 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 38,903 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 38,902 miles

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

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 33,451 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 14 Sep 2011 29,227 miles

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
Full Smart (mcc) City Coupe reliability report

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FY58 PCZ is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY58 PCZ, 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.

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What year was FY58 PCZ registered?

FY58 PCZ is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is FY58 PCZ safe to buy?

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