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L20 RDJ

2007 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,419 mi
Last recorded56,419 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto56,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 RDJ
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 71 Auto
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 56,419 miles

Both front windows slightly tinted,,

Fail 20 Jan 2026 56,419 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Both front windows slightly tinted,,

Pass 26 Nov 2024 55,984 miles

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured ns and os (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 55,984 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured ns and os (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 53,981 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 53,483 miles

all tyres perishing, n/s/f bad cracking

horn works intermitentley

light output from n/s headlamp reduced

Fail 21 Nov 2022 53,483 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

all tyres perishing, n/s/f bad cracking

horn works intermitentley

light output from n/s headlamp reduced

Pass 9 Sep 2021 49,499 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 44,860 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2016 44,712 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 42,998 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 40,018 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 34,898 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 25,409 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 19,257 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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L20 RDJ is a 2007 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 56,419 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 L20 RDJ, 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 19 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 L20 RDJ registered?

L20 RDJ is a 2007 Smart Fortwo Pulse 71 Auto, first registered on 20 September 2007.

Is L20 RDJ safe to buy?

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