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L14 PUD

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,925 mi
Last recorded72,925 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL14 PUD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 72,925 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 67,970 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 64,199 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fuel cap rubber seal cracking/perishing

Pass 17 Mar 2023 57,752 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 54,630 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 54,591 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2021 53,516 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 53,157 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 50,071 miles

under trays

Pass 24 Feb 2018 46,071 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 43,420 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 39,239 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 34,426 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 29,058 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 22,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2013 22,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2012 15,259 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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L14 PUD is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver 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) 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 L14 PUD, 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 L14 PUD registered?

L14 PUD is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 29 November 2008.

Is L14 PUD safe to buy?

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