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LT08 LNA

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

23,819 mi
Last recorded23,819 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto48,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 LNA
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 23,819 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 20,160 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 20,160 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 17,061 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2024 17,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 15,771 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 15,766 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2022 12,252 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 9,905 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 9,767 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 9,767 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 May 2018 9,704 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 9,493 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 9,493 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 8,979 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 8,119 miles

all 4 tyres showing cracks to tyre sidewalls

front wipers worn

Pass 30 Apr 2014 7,231 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear tyre sidewalls scuffed

front wipers worn

Pass 9 May 2012 20,400 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 20,399 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 3,586 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto?

Based on 11,653 MOT tests across 752 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
3,308
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
752
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 184
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 166
Stop lamp not working 130
coil spring broken 120
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 112
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LT08 LNA is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 48,475 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 Passion 71 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT08 LNA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LT08 LNA registered?

LT08 LNA is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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