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KR57 LLN

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,923 mi
Last recorded43,923 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 LLN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 43,923 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 40,510 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 40,510 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 36,875 miles

Front headlight lenses fading.

Front steering & suspension components corroded.

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear crumple zone bar corroded & holed. Advise attention very soon.

Offside Front seat belt slightly twisted.

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 36,284 miles

Rear crash box behind bumper rusted through

both front brake back plates rusty

Fail 13 Aug 2021 36,279 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower wishbone bush broken,n/s rusty (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear crash box behind bumper rusted through

both front brake back plates rusty

Pass 29 Jul 2020 36,146 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 36,146 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 35,089 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 33,356 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 33,356 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 30,824 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 28,989 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted at time of test.

Pass 30 Mar 2015 26,495 miles

Front pads low.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

seal on fuel cap perished.

Pass 3 Apr 2014 24,278 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 8 Apr 2013 20,879 miles

Exhaust hangers very rusty

Pass 27 Feb 2012 16,862 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 12,327 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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KR57 LLN is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KR57 LLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KR57 LLN?

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What year was KR57 LLN registered?

KR57 LLN is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is KR57 LLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 LLN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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