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WF08 WYH

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,336 mi
Last recorded57,336 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto53,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 WYH
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 57,336 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 51,928 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 51,928 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 50,206 miles

All 4tyres have cracks in outer walls

Pass 6 Jul 2016 48,055 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 48,055 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 46,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s headlamp slightly dim

screw in n/s/r tyre

slight play in n/s/f suspension arm rear bush

Pass 17 Jul 2014 43,442 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 40,542 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2013 40,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

drivers seatbelt twisted

Pass 9 Jun 2012 29,394 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 15,984 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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WF08 WYH is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WF08 WYH, 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.

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What year was WF08 WYH registered?

WF08 WYH is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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