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AU08 UNP

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,515 mi
Last recorded82,515 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto48,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 UNP
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 82,515 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 79,451 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 72,299 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 68,311 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 59,894 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 59,894 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 52,883 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 46,346 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 39,832 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 33,197 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 28,430 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 22,534 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 22,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 17,462 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto?

Based on 11,653 MOT tests across 752 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
3,308
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
752
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 184
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 166
Stop lamp not working 130
coil spring broken 120
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 112
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AU08 UNP is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 48,475 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 UNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU08 UNP?

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What year was AU08 UNP registered?

AU08 UNP is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is AU08 UNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 UNP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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