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NU08 XGH

2008 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,761 mi
Last recorded37,761 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Forfour35,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 XGH
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 37,761 miles

Hydraulic brake cylinder not excessive but advise adjustment brake pedal travel feels excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 34,898 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 32,382 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 30,645 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 30,616 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 29,034 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 29,034 miles

Position lamp not working offside rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working offside rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 26,679 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 25,112 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 24,159 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 24,159 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 21,997 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

Nearside wiper leaving small lines on screen

Fail 15 Dec 2017 21,997 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

Nearside wiper leaving small lines on screen

Pass 19 Dec 2016 18,916 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 14,335 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 12,841 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 11,141 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 9,752 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 8,491 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 7,388 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?

Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
4,633
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
26,709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,283
Registration plate lamp not working 2,059
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,676
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NU08 XGH is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 35,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NU08 XGH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Forfour typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Smart (mcc) Forfour is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU08 XGH registered?

NU08 XGH is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is NU08 XGH safe to buy?

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