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LM08 YTD

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,762 mi
Last recorded92,762 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto53,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 YTD
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 92,762 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 85,240 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2019 85,240 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 80,318 miles

Engine management warning light on

Fail 19 Apr 2018 80,318 miles

Engine management warning light on

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 77,837 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 57,438 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 57,438 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s/f (1.7.5a)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure o/s/f (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 72,091 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 64,365 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 59,788 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 42,733 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
3,586
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
position lamp(s) not working 31
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LM08 YTD is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 53,630 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 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM08 YTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LM08 YTD registered?

LM08 YTD is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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