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SJ51 RAD

2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,802 mi
Last recorded86,802 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ51 RAD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 86,802 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 80,601 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 73,646 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 66,455 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 60,433 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 56,870 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 54,305 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 53,596 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 51,992 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 49,109 miles

Offside Front brake back plate rusty

Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,763 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 38,097 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 34,495 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 28,167 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 28,167 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 23,766 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 19,683 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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SJ51 RAD is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 45,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ51 RAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 19 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ51 RAD registered?

SJ51 RAD is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is SJ51 RAD safe to buy?

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