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KT08 VUM

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,220 mi
Last recorded60,220 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 VUM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 60,220 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 58,841 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

slight oil leak on gearbox

Pass 17 Jul 2023 54,330 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened both side front (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 50,128 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 49,947 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 41,762 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 38,408 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 33,481 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 33,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 31,091 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 31,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

traking

Pass 16 Sep 2013 26,517 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 21,822 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Fail 5 Sep 2012 21,822 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 17,477 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 17,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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KT08 VUM is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KT08 VUM, 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 KT08 VUM?

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What year was KT08 VUM registered?

KT08 VUM is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is KT08 VUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 VUM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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