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KY08 YTB

2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Beige Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,077 mi
Last recorded51,077 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe43,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 YTB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 51,077 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 44,916 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 36,586 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 29,913 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 25,854 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 24,903 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in grease, all in general. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 22,283 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 22,283 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 21,625 miles

all tyres have fatigue cracks

Pass 16 Nov 2016 20,846 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 19,577 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 17,842 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 15,920 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 13,753 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 10,952 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 9,677 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 9,677 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KY08 YTB is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Beige with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 43,749 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KY08 YTB, 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 18 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KY08 YTB?

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What year was KY08 YTB registered?

KY08 YTB is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is KY08 YTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 YTB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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