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FT08 DCX

2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,848 mi
Last recorded48,848 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto52,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 DCX
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 71 Auto
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 48,848 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 48,848 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 47,998 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 46,436 miles

Fuel cap seal perished

Under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Pass 16 Jun 2016 45,225 miles

Fuel cap seal perished and cracking

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some test items

Fail 16 Jun 2016 45,225 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fuel cap seal perished and cracking

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear upper level brake light not working

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some test items

Pass 1 Jun 2015 43,949 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 42,757 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front discs/pads worn

Pass 12 Jun 2013 41,503 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres at 3mm

Pass 15 Jun 2012 33,474 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 33,474 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 18,671 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto?

Based on 1,628 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
3,962
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24
position lamp(s) not working 21
Stop lamp not working 19
coil spring broken 17
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FT08 DCX is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto in White 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 Pulse 71 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT08 DCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FT08 DCX registered?

FT08 DCX is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is FT08 DCX safe to buy?

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