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LD58 XDR

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

68,151 mi
Last recorded68,151 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto55,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 XDR
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 68,151 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Aug 2025 68,151 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 64,175 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Mar 2024 64,169 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/55 R15 77T (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 59,932 miles

Nearside Front HEAD LAMP OUTPUT IS SLIGHTLY REDUCED

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHTLY DAMAGED/CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 Nov 2022 59,932 miles

Nearside Front HEAD LAMP OUTPUT IS SLIGHTLY REDUCED

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHTLY DAMAGED/CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen WASHER MISALIGNED (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Oct 2021 55,315 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 49,236 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 41,759 miles

centre brake bulb not working

undertrays and side skirts fitted

Fail 19 Feb 2019 41,759 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords centre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

centre brake bulb not working

undertrays and side skirts fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2018 35,908 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 35,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewal deu to old age tyre size 175/55 R15 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre size 175/55 R15 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 29,181 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 22,906 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 22,906 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 17,217 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 13,174 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 10,821 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 7,238 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto?

Based on 1,758 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
3,835
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30
coil spring broken 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
position lamp(s) not working 18
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LD58 XDR is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 55,842 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 Pure 71 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LD58 XDR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD58 XDR registered?

LD58 XDR is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto, first registered on 18 October 2008.

Is LD58 XDR safe to buy?

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