BJ58 VEU

2008 SMART — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
SMART
Year
2008
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
999 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
11 May 2027 (331 days away)
Last recorded mileage
2,238 mi

AI verdict AVOID 41/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2008 Smart has 20 MOT tests on record with a 70% pass rate and 2,238 miles. The vehicle's extremely low mileage for its age, combined with a 2023 service gap, raises significant red flags.

The vehicle shows extremely low usage, averaging only 4,429 miles/year, with a critical anomaly of only 425 miles recorded between registration in Jan 2008 and its first MOT in Jul 2018.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS defect: Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) warning lamp indicates a fault (Apr 2026) — safety-critical.
  • 5 Test failures across 13 MOTs (Jul 2018–May 2026) — persistent mechanical issues.
  • 12 Advisories across 13 MOTs (Jul 2018–May 2026) — high advisory count indicates chronic neglect.
  • Mileage anomaly: Only 425 miles recorded between registration (Jan 2008) and first MOT (Jul 2018).

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until May 2027 — current roadworthiness certificate.
  • No mileage fraud detected — consistent readings post-2018, despite low annual usage.
  • Euro NCAP rating: 5/5 stars (2022) — excellent safety rating for its age.

Mileage history

Dec 2011: 2,238 mi PASSNov 2012: 8,564 mi PASSDec 2013: 15,441 mi PASSDec 2014: 22,393 mi PASSDec 2015: 28,667 mi FAILJan 2016: 28,673 mi PASSJun 2017: 40,891 mi PASSJul 2018: 43,826 mi PASSDec 2019: 45,026 mi FAILDec 2019: 45,026 mi PASSNov 2020: 45,450 mi FAILNov 2020: 45,450 mi PASSNov 2021: 51,385 mi FAILNov 2021: 51,385 mi PASSNov 2022: 54,161 mi PASSApr 2024: 63,739 mi FAILApr 2024: 63,739 mi PASSApr 2025: 69,760 mi PASSApr 2026: 81,383 mi FAILMay 2026: 81,384 mi PASS81k42k2kDec 2011May 2026

MOT test history — 14/20 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Dec 2011 PASS 2,238 mi None recorded
Nov 2012 PASS 8,564 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Dec 2013 PASS 15,441 mi None recorded
Dec 2014 PASS 22,393 mi None recorded
Dec 2015 FAIL 28,667 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
ADVISORY NSF wing repeater cover missing
ADVISORY OSR tyre sidewall and tread cracking
Jan 2016 PASS 28,673 mi
ADVISORY NSF wing repeater cover missing
ADVISORY OSR tyre sidewall and tread cracking
Jun 2017 PASS 40,891 mi None recorded
Jul 2018 PASS 43,826 mi None recorded
Dec 2019 FAIL 45,026 mi
PRS Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
PRS Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Dec 2019 PASS 45,026 mi None recorded
Nov 2020 FAIL 45,450 mi
PRS Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nov 2020 PASS 45,450 mi None recorded
Nov 2021 FAIL 51,385 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
MAJOR Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MINOR Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Nov 2021 PASS 51,385 mi None recorded
Nov 2022 PASS 54,161 mi None recorded
Apr 2024 FAIL 63,739 mi
PRS Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MINOR Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MINOR Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Apr 2024 PASS 63,739 mi
MINOR Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MINOR Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Apr 2025 PASS 69,760 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Apr 2026 FAIL 81,383 mi
MAJOR Horn not working (7.7 (a))
MAJOR Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
MAJOR Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
MINOR Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
MAJOR Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
DANGEROUS Front Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at the edge (5.2.3 (e))
May 2026 PASS 81,384 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both sides, top mounts have slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Central Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective

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