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HJ58 JXM

2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,655 mi
Last recorded141,655 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto52,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ58 JXM
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 141,655 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 138,821 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 136,395 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 133,578 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 130,361 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 130,333 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 32,800 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 123,896 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 121,315 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 120,774 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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HJ58 JXM is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HJ58 JXM, 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 HJ58 JXM registered?

HJ58 JXM is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto, first registered on 2 October 2008.

Is HJ58 JXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ58 JXM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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