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KV10 JZH

2010 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

65,357 mi
Last recorded65,357 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet40,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV10 JZH
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 65,357 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2025 65,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 64,306 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2024 64,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2023 62,632 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2023 62,632 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 57,565 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 57,565 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 53,603 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 53,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 50,466 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 50,464 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2019 45,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 22 May 2019 45,729 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 May 2018 41,141 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 41,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2017 36,157 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 28,574 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 28,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2015 23,216 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 19,178 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 15,601 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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KV10 JZH is a 2010 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2010 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 40,505 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KV10 JZH, 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 16 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KV10 JZH?

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What year was KV10 JZH registered?

KV10 JZH is a 2010 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 26 March 2010.

Is KV10 JZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV10 JZH shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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