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FG13 VMU

2013 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

White Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

47,521 mi
Last recorded47,521 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 2013 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe42,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 VMU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 47,521 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 47,463 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 44,024 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 44,024 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 41,473 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 39,020 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 36,997 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 35,936 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 33,375 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 33,375 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 29,421 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2016 24,313 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,724 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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FG13 VMU is a 2013 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in White with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 42,295 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 (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 FG13 VMU, 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 13 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG13 VMU?

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What year was FG13 VMU registered?

FG13 VMU is a 2013 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is FG13 VMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG13 VMU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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