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MT08 LZV

2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

110,187 mi
Last recorded110,187 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto52,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 LZV
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 110,187 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 110,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Mar 2026 110,183 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Upper Boot lid insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 100,768 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 95,092 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 95,092 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 87,958 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 80,006 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 73,231 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 66,857 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 58,847 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 52,016 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 44,518 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 37,248 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 29,391 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 20,572 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 20,390 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 17,231 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 May 2011 17,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto?

Based on 1,628 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24
position lamp(s) not working 21
Stop lamp not working 19
coil spring broken 17
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MT08 LZV is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT08 LZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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MT08 LZV is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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