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BJ57 TLU

2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,212 mi
Last recorded13,212 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 TLU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 13,212 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Jun 2026 13,190 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2024 10,670 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 8,317 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 3,814 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 3,280 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear both tyres appear to have a very slight flat spot

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

under trays fitted as standard obscuring some components

Pass 25 Sep 2020 3,131 miles

Both rear tyres appear to have a flat spot

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 3,106 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 3,023 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 2,819 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 2,819 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 2,703 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 2,550 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 2,550 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 2,300 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 2,300 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 1,990 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 1,588 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 1,269 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 1,019 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
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BJ57 TLU is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 45,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ57 TLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 19 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ57 TLU registered?

BJ57 TLU is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 29 September 2007.

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