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MX13 WLP

2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

Red Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,662 mi
Last recorded109,662 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto40,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX13 WLP
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 109,662 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 109,662 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 May 2023 96,708 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 May 2022 95,995 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 95,264 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 93,911 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 93,906 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 93,275 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 92,035 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 90,701 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 90,400 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 88,959 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 88,957 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 88,231 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto?

Based on 4,291 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
3,775
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
brake binding 23
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MX13 WLP is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in Red with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 40,818 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 Pulse CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX13 WLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 13 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MX13 WLP registered?

MX13 WLP is a 2013 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 13 March 2013.

Is MX13 WLP safe to buy?

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