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PE08 KRV

2008 Mercedes Smart

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

93,446 mi
Last recorded93,446 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 KRV
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 93,446 miles

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both [tyres on 3mm] (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 5 Jan 2022 93,445 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal incomplete (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper missing o/s not tested (3.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both [tyres on 3mm] (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Jan 2021 88,409 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 2 Jan 2021 88,409 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Wheel cylinder to brake pipe connection (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Dec 2019 84,838 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 82,063 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 82,063 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 78,717 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

under trays fitted obscuring view of some component

Fail 28 Dec 2017 78,717 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

under trays fitted obscuring view of some component

Pass 28 Nov 2016 75,850 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 75,850 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 73,766 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2015 73,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 66,974 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 59,432 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 55,664 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 49,425 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Smart?

Based on 1,296 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
4,017
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 89
Stop lamp not working 49
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 38
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 34
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PE08 KRV is a 2008 Mercedes Smart in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Smart fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PE08 KRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Smart typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes Smart is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PE08 KRV registered?

PE08 KRV is a 2008 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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