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KS57 GHB

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,707 mi
Last recorded57,707 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 GHB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 57,707 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 57,707 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 56,708 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 54,624 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2024 54,624 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 52,243 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 50,174 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 48,881 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 47,650 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jan 2020 47,647 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 43,093 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2018 38,006 miles

Offside Front d bush has slight play

Pass 27 Jan 2017 32,329 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 27,652 miles

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

fuel cap seal perishing

o/s rear tyre cracking

Pass 14 Jan 2015 24,368 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 24,368 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 22,131 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 22,131 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jan 2013 16,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 16,885 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 12,981 miles

Bonnet cover safety strap missing

Fail 27 Jan 2012 12,981 miles

Bonnet cover safety strap missing

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 9,449 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 9,446 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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KS57 GHB is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS57 GHB, 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 KS57 GHB registered?

KS57 GHB is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is KS57 GHB safe to buy?

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