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KS57 PCY

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,673 mi
Last recorded124,673 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 124,673 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 124,673 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 122,614 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 113,455 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 113,455 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 101,185 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY & OUTER SILL COVERS FITTED

Fail 7 Mar 2023 101,185 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY & OUTER SILL COVERS FITTED

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 89,665 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 89,665 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 88,163 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 86,772 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 84,917 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 82,124 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 74,784 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 65,381 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 53,851 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 43,253 miles

rear tyres inner sidewalls badly cracked no cords showing

Pass 9 Feb 2013 34,198 miles

O/S Exhaust Bracket Broken

Pass 27 Jan 2012 26,084 miles

Misting of oil from both drive shaft seals

NSF outer brake pad has worn more then the other brake pads

Fail 27 Jan 2012 26,084 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Misting of oil from both drive shaft seals

NSF outer brake pad has worn more then the other brake pads

Fail 28 Jan 2011 19,211 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 19,211 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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KS57 PCY is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PCY, 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 KS57 PCY?

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What year was KS57 PCY registered?

KS57 PCY is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is KS57 PCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 PCY shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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