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FV08 XVP

2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto

Yellow Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,306 mi
Last recorded39,306 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto52,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 XVP
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2014 39,306 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 35,645 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 31,553 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 23,857 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto?

Based on 1,628 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24
position lamp(s) not working 21
Stop lamp not working 19
coil spring broken 17
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FV08 XVP is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto in Yellow with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV08 XVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV08 XVP registered?

FV08 XVP is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto, first registered on 15 June 2008.

Is FV08 XVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 XVP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV08 XVP have outstanding finance?

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