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KJ08 HSE

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,575 mi
Last recorded35,575 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto43,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 HSE
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion 84 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 35,575 miles

Central Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 33,335 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 33,148 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 33,148 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 30,580 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers & shields fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2021 27,676 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 14 Jan 2021 27,676 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 25,828 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 23,936 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 21,731 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 21,731 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 7 Jul 2016 19,278 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 19,278 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 17,733 miles

front wipers worn

Pass 26 Jun 2014 15,295 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2013 13,374 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 11,140 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 9,582 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto?

Based on 7,440 MOT tests across 490 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
3,498
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 112
coil spring broken 103
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 66
Stop lamp not working 64
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KJ08 HSE is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 43,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJ08 HSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KJ08 HSE is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto, first registered on 22 July 2008.

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