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MJ08 OKE

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,099 mi
Last recorded65,099 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto55,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 OKE
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2019 65,099 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 64,560 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 64,560 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 63,980 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 63,521 miles

Offside Front inner steering joint has play

Pass 23 Sep 2015 63,318 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 55,529 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 48,489 miles

***** STRONG ADVISE ***** fuel cap sealing washer cracking/deteriorating

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 48,489 miles

***** STRONG ADVISE ***** fuel cap sealing washer cracking/deteriorating

Pass 24 Oct 2012 36,733 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Oct 2012 36,448 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2011 22,150 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 22,149 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MJ08 OKE is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MJ08 OKE, 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 MJ08 OKE registered?

MJ08 OKE is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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