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PE08 KND

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,174 mi
Last recorded114,174 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 KND
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 114,174 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 114,174 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 81,421 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 72,116 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

parking brake lever has slight travel.

under trays fitted.

Pass 16 Jul 2022 64,801 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 58,083 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 56,910 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 54,471 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 46,197 miles

Fuel cap sealing device sealing deteriorated

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

Fail 20 Nov 2017 46,196 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap sealing device sealing deteriorated

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 33,501 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 25,331 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 23,295 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 21,803 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 20,128 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2011 17,521 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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PE08 KND 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 87.5%.

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 PE08 KND, 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

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What year was PE08 KND registered?

PE08 KND is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 17 April 2008.

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