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RO08 NXZ

2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,476 mi
Last recorded57,476 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 NXZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 57,476 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & slightly worn on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Apr 2026 57,476 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & slightly worn on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 55,581 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 52,088 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 48,325 miles

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

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

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

Rear Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 31 Mar 2022 48,247 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords showing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 48,186 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2021 48,186 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 38,062 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 33,575 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 31,108 miles

under trays fitted front centre and middle also rear limited inspection of components

Pass 15 Jun 2017 26,347 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 3 Jun 2016 25,368 miles

both front tyres are wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2015 24,672 miles

nearside front trye wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 17 Jun 2015 24,672 miles

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

nearside front trye wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2014 23,440 miles

Centre Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

large nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2013 20,469 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 6,407 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 12,504 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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RO08 NXZ is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RO08 NXZ, 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 RO08 NXZ registered?

RO08 NXZ is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is RO08 NXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 NXZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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