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BG58 FML

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,647 mi
Last recorded48,647 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto42,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 FML
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion Mhd Auto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 48,647 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 43,386 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 38,179 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 38,179 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 15 Sep 2017 38,180 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 26,306 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 26,306 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 24,303 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2014 23,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 23,375 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 22,986 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto?

Based on 44,035 MOT tests across 3,356 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
3,158
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 315
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 260
coil spring broken 256
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 230
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BG58 FML is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 42,498 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 Mhd Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 315 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG58 FML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was BG58 FML registered?

BG58 FML is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto, first registered on 30 December 2008.

Is BG58 FML safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 FML shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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