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J8 OWL

2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

Red Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,296 mi
Last recorded78,296 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto40,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 OWL
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Nov 2025 78,296 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 77,075 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 76,402 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 75,059 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 73,062 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 71,557 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 66,806 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 65,640 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2017 63,146 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 53,648 miles

Centre Rear Oil leak from gearbox/diff area

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto?

Based on 4,291 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
3,775
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
brake binding 23
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J8 OWL is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in Red with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 40,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J8 OWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 OWL registered?

J8 OWL is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 24 September 2013.

Is J8 OWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 OWL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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