Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto reliable? We analysed 3,569 real MOT tests across 304 vehicles to find out.
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The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 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 Pure 61 Mhd Auto.
Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Smart Fortwo Pure 61 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 Pure 61 Mhd Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2,352 | 82.1% | 13,522 | 25,538 | 42,546 |
| 2012 | 370 | 79.2% | 16,896 | 30,492 | 45,936 |
| 2009 | 546 | 73.6% | 33,739 | 50,718 | 69,062 |
| 2008 | 200 | 69.5% | 34,780 | 57,703 | 77,656 |
How Long Does a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto Last?
Based on 304 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Smart Fortwo Pure 61 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 Pure 61 Mhd Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.1% MOT pass rate from 2,352 tests
69.5% MOT pass rate from 200 tests
The best year to buy a used Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.1% across 2,352 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.5% — 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 Pure 61 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 Pure 61 Mhd Auto THIS CAR | 79.7% | 3,569 | 31,262 mi | 18 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 |
| Land Rover R Rover Evoque SE Tech TD4 A | 94.3% | 1,627 | 59,562 mi | — 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 Pure 61 Mhd Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Mhd Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.7% across 3,569 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively with 25 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 Pure 61 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 Pure 61 Mhd Auto owner drives around 3,405 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 Pure 61 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.