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LA08 JWP

2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,995 mi
Last recorded47,995 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto43,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 JWP
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion 84 Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 47,995 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2025 36,723 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 36,306 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 36,306 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 35,641 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 35,641 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 35,143 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 34,790 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 34,613 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 34,613 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2019 34,331 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 34,331 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 34,050 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 33,146 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 31,557 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 29,239 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 29,239 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 5 Jul 2014 26,960 miles

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 26,960 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 25,382 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 29,923 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 23,016 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LA08 JWP is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA08 JWP, 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 LA08 JWP registered?

LA08 JWP is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Passion 84 Auto, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is LA08 JWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 JWP shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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