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WA08 FTU

2008 Mercedes Smart

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,225 mi
Last recorded56,225 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 FTU
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 56,225 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 54,112 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2024 54,097 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 24 Sep 2024 54,074 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 52,410 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 5 Apr 2023 48,998 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2023 48,998 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 39,395 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 39,132 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 39,132 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 30,015 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2020 30,015 miles

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

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 21,053 miles

Front tyres wearing inner edges - both sides

Pass 26 Apr 2018 20,288 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 19,531 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 18,246 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 17,341 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 16,513 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 16,247 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 16,247 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 21 Mar 2012 14,730 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 37,203 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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WA08 FTU is a 2008 Mercedes Smart in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WA08 FTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA08 FTU registered?

WA08 FTU is a 2008 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is WA08 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 FTU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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