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R1 WJB

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

92,039 mi
Last recorded92,039 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 WJB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 92,039 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 89,132 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 86,447 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 83,254 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 81,468 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 76,954 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 71,462 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 67,380 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 63,463 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)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 63,446 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 14 Jun 2016 58,821 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 58,821 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 55,929 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 53,033 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 50,444 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 38,528 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)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 38,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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)

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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R1 WJB is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 R1 WJB, 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 R1 WJB registered?

R1 WJB is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is R1 WJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 WJB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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