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BV58 CHJ

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,829 mi
Last recorded38,829 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto43,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 CHJ
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion 84 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 38,829 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 27,499 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 26,318 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 25,362 miles

Fuel cap seal cracked

Pass 6 Sep 2021 24,161 miles

fuel cap seal cracking

Fail 6 Sep 2021 24,161 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 8 Sep 2020 23,479 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 22,136 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 22,136 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 20,624 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 20,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 18,897 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 17,319 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 16,063 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 14,614 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 12,719 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 10,960 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 8,975 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto?

Based on 7,440 MOT tests across 490 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
3,498
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 112
coil spring broken 103
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 66
Stop lamp not working 64
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BV58 CHJ is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 43,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV58 CHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV58 CHJ registered?

BV58 CHJ is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is BV58 CHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 CHJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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