Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a reliable? We analysed 1,743 real MOT tests across 107 vehicles to find out.
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The Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp not working, headlamp aim too low and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a.
Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 238 | 70.6% | 32,666 | 51,410 | 67,678 |
| 2006 | 337 | 72.7% | 30,003 | 49,646 | 75,066 |
| 2005 | 826 | 73.8% | 32,772 | 49,856 | 73,110 |
| 2004 | 291 | 73.9% | 36,338 | 59,571 | 76,459 |
Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a 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 Pulse 61 S-a
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.9% MOT pass rate from 291 tests
70.6% MOT pass rate from 238 tests
The best year to buy a used Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.9% across 291 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.6% — 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 Pulse 61 S-a Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a THIS CAR | 72.9% | 1,743 | 52,002 mi | 22 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 |
| Porsche 911 Carrera S-a | 95.2% | 1,949 | 17,842 mi | 14 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 Pulse 61 S-a trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.9% across 1,743 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a are stop lamp not working (38 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (38), and position lamp(s) not working (24). 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.
A typical Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a owner drives around 3,378 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 Pulse 61 S-a models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.