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RFZ 6487

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Yellow Other 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,770 mi
Last recorded75,770 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto53,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFZ 6487
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Auto
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine999cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 75,770 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 73,924 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 71,152 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 67,987 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 63,891 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 61,383 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 61,262 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 58,601 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 55,783 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
3,586
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
position lamp(s) not working 31
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RFZ 6487 is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto in Yellow with a 999cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 53,630 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFZ 6487, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RFZ 6487?

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What year was RFZ 6487 registered?

RFZ 6487 is a 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is RFZ 6487 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFZ 6487 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFZ 6487 have outstanding finance?

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