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BV61 LSZ

2011 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

51,079 mi
Last recorded51,079 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto40,429 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 LSZ
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion Mhd Auto
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 51,079 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 50,629 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 50,374 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 49,177 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2022 49,177 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 73,828 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 66,095 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 46,081 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 46,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 41,987 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 41,987 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine Oil filter leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 37,576 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 37,575 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 33,161 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 27,805 miles

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

front under tray is damaged / loose

Fail 17 Nov 2015 27,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' cracked (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front under tray is damaged / loose

Pass 15 Nov 2014 17,474 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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BV61 LSZ is a 2011 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 40,429 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 BV61 LSZ, 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 15 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV61 LSZ?

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What year was BV61 LSZ registered?

BV61 LSZ is a 2011 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto, first registered on 25 October 2011.

Is BV61 LSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV61 LSZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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