Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto reliable? We analysed 44,035 real MOT tests across 3,356 vehicles to find out.
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The Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and coil spring broken. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto.
Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 268 | 79.5% | 17,488 | 25,008 | 42,041 |
| 2013 | 14,678 | 81.3% | 20,966 | 33,229 | 49,521 |
| 2012 | 6,119 | 81.5% | 24,679 | 37,527 | 54,580 |
| 2011 | 6,462 | 80.0% | 25,787 | 40,429 | 58,374 |
| 2010 | 6,438 | 76.5% | 26,912 | 41,917 | 58,483 |
| 2009 | 7,923 | 76.5% | 27,556 | 42,757 | 60,564 |
| 2008 | 1,310 | 76.0% | 27,954 | 42,498 | 62,693 |
How Long Does a Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto Last?
Based on 3,356 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto 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 Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.5% MOT pass rate from 6,119 tests
76.0% MOT pass rate from 1,310 tests
The best year to buy a used Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.5% across 6,119 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.0% — 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 Passion 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 Passion Mhd Auto THIS CAR | 79.4% | 44,035 | 38,367 mi | 18 yrs |
| Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) | 74% | 44,118 | 54,896 mi | 23 yrs |
| Smart City Passion 61 Auto | 73% | 27,463 | 48,099 mi | 23 yrs |
| Smart Forfour Passion | 72.9% | 17,805 | 66,422 mi | 22 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris Excel HEV CVT | 92.8% | 19,869 | 18,054 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) (74.0% pass rate) and the Smart City Passion 61 Auto (73.0% pass rate), the Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.4% across 44,035 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 Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (315 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (260), and coil spring broken (256). 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 Fortwo Passion 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 Passion Mhd Auto owner drives around 3,158 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 Passion Mhd Auto models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.