Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet reliable? We analysed 92,662 real MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles to find out.
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The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, coil spring broken and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet.
Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 102 | 85.3% | 24,942 | 36,742 | 55,029 |
| 2012 | 4,962 | 82.8% | 23,869 | 35,973 | 53,352 |
| 2011 | 9,959 | 79.8% | 25,950 | 39,412 | 58,431 |
| 2010 | 13,618 | 76.5% | 27,718 | 43,604 | 62,917 |
| 2009 | 17,974 | 76.7% | 27,584 | 43,426 | 63,016 |
| 2008 | 18,902 | 75.5% | 28,468 | 44,628 | 63,451 |
| 2007 | 6,079 | 75.0% | 27,416 | 44,308 | 64,180 |
| 2006 | 5,609 | 73.2% | 29,044 | 45,692 | 65,131 |
| 2005 | 6,844 | 72.3% | 29,699 | 47,039 | 65,662 |
| 2004 | 4,812 | 72.5% | 30,798 | 48,730 | 70,860 |
| 2003 | 1,919 | 74.1% | 29,774 | 46,945 | 66,226 |
| 2002 | 804 | 71.4% | 27,516 | 47,442 | 68,974 |
| 2001 | 423 | 70.2% | 36,361 | 53,042 | 74,867 |
| 2000 | 220 | 65.9% | 57,429 | 77,150 | 96,230 |
How Long Does a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet Last?
Based on 5,808 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet vehicles on UK roads.
Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.3% MOT pass rate from 102 tests
65.9% MOT pass rate from 220 tests
The best year to buy a used Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.3% across 102 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet THIS CAR | 76.1% | 92,662 | 43,795 mi | 23 yrs |
| Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe | 75.2% | 440,585 | 45,098 mi | 24 yrs |
| Smart (mcc) City Coupe | 71.5% | 282,294 | 49,203 mi | 27 yrs |
| Smart (mcc) Forfour | 78.9% | 256,394 | 38,541 mi | 22 yrs |
| BMW S 1000 | 91.4% | 72,017 | 10,662 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe (75.2% pass rate) and the Smart (mcc) City Coupe (71.5% pass rate), the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.1% across 92,662 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,333 recorded failures), coil spring broken (1,144), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (1,132). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet owner drives around 3,216 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.