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OE08 DTX

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,756 mi
Last recorded89,756 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 DTX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 89,756 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 89,756 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 1.07 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 87,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fitted incorrectly

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

Fail 8 Jan 2025 87,400 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Securing nut loose likely to become detatched (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre fitted incorrectly

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 84,502 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 81,652 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))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 76,094 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2021 76,094 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 69,254 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 69,254 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 63,128 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 56,984 miles

Engine malfunction warning lamp indicates a fault

Pass 19 Dec 2016 51,951 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Dec 2016 51,951 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Oct 2015 45,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 37,442 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 31,156 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 24,955 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 16,110 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 16,110 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 4 May 2011 15,771 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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OE08 DTX is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OE08 DTX, 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 OE08 DTX registered?

OE08 DTX is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is OE08 DTX safe to buy?

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