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KR07 HTE

2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe45,426 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR07 HTE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025
Fail 1 Dec 2025

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel water on disc (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective wet inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective wet inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 37,626 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 34,590 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2023 34,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 32,783 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 32,783 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 29,399 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 29,396 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2020
Fail 21 Oct 2020

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

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear both (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 26,289 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 26,270 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 24,448 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 24,437 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high wont adjust manually and motor making a noise (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 23,600 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 23,587 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (motor making a nose wont adjust) (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2016 22,032 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 21,440 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 19,332 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 19,332 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 18,153 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

all 4 tyres perished

oil leak

rear washer inop

rear wiper split

Fail 26 Apr 2013 18,153 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

all 4 tyres perished

oil leak

rear washer inop

rear wiper split

Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,863 miles

Oil leak

rear washer jet not working

rear wiper split

wipers worn

Fail 27 Apr 2012 15,863 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

rear washer jet not working

rear wiper split

wipers worn

Pass 3 May 2011 12,982 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2010 10,488 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

oil leak ns/r

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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KR07 HTE is a 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 45,426 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 KR07 HTE, 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 19 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 KR07 HTE registered?

KR07 HTE is a 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 3 May 2007.

Is KR07 HTE safe to buy?

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