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CA08 GKO

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto

Silver Other 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,853 mi
Last recorded82,853 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto48,475 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 GKO
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine999cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 82,853 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 82,776 miles

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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CA08 GKO is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto in Silver with a 999cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 71 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA08 GKO, 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 CA08 GKO?

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What year was CA08 GKO registered?

CA08 GKO is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is CA08 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 GKO shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA08 GKO have outstanding finance?

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