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BF08 UNL

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

64,124 mi
Last recorded64,124 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto48,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 UNL
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 64,124 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 61,507 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 56,072 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 51,201 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 46,894 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 44,456 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 43,326 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 42,364 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 41,455 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 41,455 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported BACK BOX (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 41,182 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 40,920 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 40,275 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 35,582 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 May 2012 35,582 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 31,967 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 May 2011 31,967 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 31,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Feb 2011 31,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BF08 UNL is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BF08 UNL, 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 BF08 UNL?

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What year was BF08 UNL registered?

BF08 UNL is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BF08 UNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 UNL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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