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RJ57 YLM

2007 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

65,338 mi
Last recorded65,338 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2007 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto55,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 YLM
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 65,338 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 65,338 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 59,353 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 59,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 50,345 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 50,345 miles

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 43,388 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 35,626 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 28,096 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 22,139 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 22,139 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
3,586
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
position lamp(s) not working 31
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RJ57 YLM is a 2007 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2007 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 55,212 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 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ57 YLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RJ57 YLM registered?

RJ57 YLM is a 2007 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 31 October 2007.

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