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MJ58 NRN

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

77,401 mi
Last recorded77,401 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto42,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ58 NRN
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion Mhd Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 77,401 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 74,440 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 74,440 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 68,573 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Oct 2022 68,570 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Oct 2021 61,829 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 60,759 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 59,600 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 57,147 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 57,147 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

upper rear lamp inop

Pass 23 Oct 2015 49,404 miles

upper rear lamp no lumination

Fail 20 Oct 2015 49,344 miles

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

upper rear lamp no lumination

Pass 11 Oct 2014 40,681 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Oct 2014 40,412 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads worn low

Pass 24 Oct 2013 34,487 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 28,719 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 21,433 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto?

Based on 44,035 MOT tests across 3,356 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
3,158
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 315
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 260
coil spring broken 256
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 230
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MJ58 NRN is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 42,498 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 Mhd Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 315 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ58 NRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ58 NRN registered?

MJ58 NRN is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto, first registered on 28 November 2008.

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The MOT history for MJ58 NRN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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