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KY08 ESN

2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,178 mi
Last recorded109,178 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto52,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 ESN
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 109,178 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2026 109,178 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 106,644 miles

Offside Front dipped beam pattern weak

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

undertray fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2023 106,644 miles

Offside Front dipped beam pattern weak

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

undertray fitted

Fail 11 May 2023 106,520 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside front headlight dipped beam pattern weak

Offside rear brake has slight bind

Pass 13 Jun 2022 105,211 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 103,806 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 101,217 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 96,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 8 Feb 2020 96,812 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 86,403 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 85,272 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 78,584 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 66,784 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 58,406 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 44,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service light on

Fail 11 Dec 2013 44,833 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service light on

Wipers smearing

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 36,263 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 32,683 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,295 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 21,295 miles

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

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

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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KY08 ESN is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KY08 ESN, 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 KY08 ESN registered?

KY08 ESN is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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