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FN13 TNL

2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,849 mi
Last recorded79,849 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto33,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN13 TNL
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse Mhd Auto
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 79,849 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 79,849 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 May 2024 76,326 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 74,841 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 74,841 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm advise to replace (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 70,566 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 70,128 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 52,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jan 2020 52,227 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 44,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

vehicle undertray is currently loose but not insecure

Pass 24 Apr 2017 32,353 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2016 28,562 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto?

Based on 11,321 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
3,214
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 78
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 57
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FN13 TNL is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 33,891 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 Pulse Mhd Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN13 TNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was FN13 TNL registered?

FN13 TNL is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto, first registered on 8 March 2013.

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