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BU11 RES

2011 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,220 mi
Last recorded35,220 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet39,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU11 RES
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 35,220 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 34,300 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 32,909 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 31,120 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 29,529 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 28,518 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 27,243 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 25,227 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 23,314 miles

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

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

rear brakes squeaking needs further investigation

Pass 22 Aug 2016 20,963 miles

both rear tyres low tread

Pass 2 Sep 2015 18,411 miles

Front had to remove items from drivers view prior to mot test

Pass 2 Sep 2014 15,910 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 13,077 miles

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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BU11 RES is a 2011 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 39,412 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU11 RES, 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 15 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU11 RES?

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What year was BU11 RES registered?

BU11 RES is a 2011 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 3 September 2011.

Is BU11 RES safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU11 RES shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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