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FG13 VMW

2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto

Black Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,286 mi
Last recorded52,286 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto40,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 VMW
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion CDI Auto
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 52,286 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2026 52,286 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 47,507 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2024 42,086 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 37,143 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 35,615 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 34,020 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 33,679 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 30,872 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 24,814 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 19,665 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 15,232 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 697 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
3,961
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
697
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 101
coil spring broken 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61
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FG13 VMW is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto in Black with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 40,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG13 VMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 13 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG13 VMW registered?

FG13 VMW is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto, first registered on 30 April 2013.

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The MOT history for FG13 VMW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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