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A8 GRL

2010 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,501 mi
Last recorded9,501 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe44,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 GRL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 9,501 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 9,460 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 9,445 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 9,237 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 9,237 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 8,786 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 8,048 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 8,048 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 7,370 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 6,189 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 5,063 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 4,093 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
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A8 GRL is a 2010 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2010 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 44,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 GRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 16 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 GRL registered?

A8 GRL is a 2010 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 28 September 2010.

Is A8 GRL safe to buy?

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