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GW04 WEL

2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,916 mi
Last recorded46,916 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto32,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW04 WEL
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion Auto
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 46,916 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 45,645 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 44,305 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 34,987 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 34,987 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 34,400 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 32,975 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 31,687 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 28,052 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 25,289 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 18,417 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2016 18,417 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion Auto?

Based on 3,048 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
3,111
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
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GW04 WEL is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 32,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GW04 WEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 13 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GW04 WEL registered?

GW04 WEL is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto, first registered on 20 March 2013.

Is GW04 WEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW04 WEL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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