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GP57 VUR

2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

64,079 mi
Last recorded64,079 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto52,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 VUR
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 64,079 miles

Nearside Front windscreen cracked not affecting driver view

Nearside Rear brake pipes corroded

Rear exhaust slight leak

Pass 21 Oct 2023 62,559 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 60,211 miles

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

General corrosion under body

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 59,433 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2021 59,433 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2020 57,610 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 50,774 miles

Nearside Front windscreen cracked but affecting driver view

Pass 1 Feb 2018 48,515 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2018 48,515 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 42,059 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 35,915 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 29,904 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 24,765 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 24,765 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 23,217 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 18,825 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2011 18,617 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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GP57 VUR is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto 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 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 GP57 VUR, 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.

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What year was GP57 VUR registered?

GP57 VUR is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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