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B53 FET

2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto

Black Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,841 mi
Last recorded91,841 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto40,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB53 FET
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion CDI Auto
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 91,841 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2026 91,841 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 88,846 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 84,563 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 77,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 71,872 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 71,872 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2022 69,038 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Jan 2021 62,913 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2021 62,913 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 57,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn inner

Fail 15 Jan 2020 57,635 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged Park brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged Park brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn inner

Pass 25 Jan 2019 47,332 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 37,325 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 28,612 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 27,439 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 697 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
3,961
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
697
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 101
coil spring broken 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61
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B53 FET is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto in Black with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 40,779 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 Fortwo Passion CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B53 FET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 13 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B53 FET registered?

B53 FET is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto, first registered on 19 June 2013.

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