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RV08 GUH

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,712 mi
Last recorded65,712 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto53,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 GUH
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 65,712 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 65,712 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 45,448 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 45,448 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 34,684 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 25,384 miles

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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RV08 GUH is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 53,630 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 RV08 GUH, 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 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV08 GUH registered?

RV08 GUH is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is RV08 GUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 GUH shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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