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Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto reliable? We analysed 3,144 real MOT tests across 290 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,144 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
82.5%
Typical Mileage
36,155mi
Annual Mileage
3,597mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto.

Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

81.3%
2014
82.4%
2013

Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 57

Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,838 mi/yr
Typical
3,597 mi/yr
Average
4,445 mi/yr
Heavy usage
5,939 mi/yr

Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2014 128 81.3% 23,880 37,098 49,949
2013 2,965 82.4% 23,336 35,958 52,613

How Long Does a Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto Last?

Based on 290 Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.7 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
36,155 mi
75th Percentile
52,754 mi
95th Percentile
78,581 mi
Max Recorded
137,954 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2013

82.4% MOT pass rate from 2,965 tests

Year to avoid
2014

81.3% MOT pass rate from 128 tests

The best year to buy a used Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.4% across 2,965 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto THIS CAR 82.5% 3,144 36,155 mi 13 yrs
Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) 74% 44,118 54,896 mi 23 yrs
Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto 79.4% 44,035 38,367 mi 18 yrs
Smart City Passion 61 Auto 73% 27,463 48,099 mi 23 yrs
Auto-trail Fiat 80.1% 3,261 31,487 mi 25 yrs

Compared to the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) (74.0% pass rate) and the Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto (79.4% pass rate), the Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto?

The Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.5% across 3,144 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto 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 Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto owner drives around 3,597 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 Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.

Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto reliable?
Based on 3,144 MOT tests, the Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto has a 82.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto do per year?
The typical Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto does around 3,597 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto last?
Most Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 290 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Smart Fortwo Edition 21 Mhd Auto is 2013 with a 82.4% pass rate across 2,965 tests.