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WP08 FVA

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,070 mi
Last recorded42,070 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto53,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 FVA
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 42,070 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 40,569 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 40,564 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 36,708 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 33,463 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 33,185 miles

Offside Rear starting to show signs of age related perishing 175/55/15

both front tyres starting to show signs of age related perishing 145/65/15

Pass 13 Jul 2021 32,839 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2020 32,216 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2020 32,216 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 30,815 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight binding on rotation of wheel (1.2.1 (f))

floor under covers fitted unable to fully inspect all components

Pass 9 Jul 2018 28,598 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 28,598 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 26,444 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 25,369 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 24,109 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 22,330 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 20,598 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2013 20,598 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 18,339 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 15,890 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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WP08 FVA is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WP08 FVA, 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 WP08 FVA registered?

WP08 FVA is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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