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OV10 NVU

2010 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

Black Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,611 mi
Last recorded111,611 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto47,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV10 NVU
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 111,611 miles

Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 100,897 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 95,271 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 92,519 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 87,482 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 83,175 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 75,618 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 69,133 miles

Nearside Rear Slight brake binding

Pass 22 Aug 2016 54,335 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 47,571 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 47,571 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 37,364 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 37,364 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 32,149 miles

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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OV10 NVU is a 2010 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in Black with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2010 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 47,444 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OV10 NVU, 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 16 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV10 NVU?

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What year was OV10 NVU registered?

OV10 NVU is a 2010 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 29 June 2010.

Is OV10 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV10 NVU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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