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DE57 FVJ

2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

103,616 mi
Last recorded103,616 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet44,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 FVJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 103,616 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 98,225 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 98,225 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 93,866 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 90,560 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 86,747 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 79,870 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 73,302 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 63,471 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 52,693 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 52,431 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 48,145 miles

Offside Front tyre sidewall deteriorated/scuffed

under-trays obscuring some components

Fail 23 Jul 2016 48,144 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front tyre sidewall deteriorated/scuffed

under-trays obscuring some components

Pass 3 Oct 2013 40,719 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 35,309 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 29,172 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 22,826 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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DE57 FVJ is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 44,308 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 DE57 FVJ, 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 19 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE57 FVJ registered?

DE57 FVJ is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is DE57 FVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE57 FVJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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