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AV08 RUA

2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,957 mi
Last recorded149,957 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet44,628 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 RUA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 149,957 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 149,957 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 143,681 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 142,553 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 138,795 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 133,519 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 114,099 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Apr 2013 114,099 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 90,141 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 90,040 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 65,099 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 65,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
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AV08 RUA is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 44,628 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 RUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV08 RUA registered?

AV08 RUA is a 2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is AV08 RUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 RUA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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