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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto. Check any Fortwo Passion 71 Auto by registration number below.

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73.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.3%

vs Smart Avg

4

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 73.6%, which is 7.3 percentage points below the Smart brand average of 80.9%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Fortwo Passion 71 Auto on the road.

The most common reasons a Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. If you are preparing your Fortwo Passion 71 Auto for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 43 vehicles

79.1%Good
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

23.1%

2008

Based on 828 vehicles

73.3%Average
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

25.2%

2007

Based on 305 vehicles

66.2%Average
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

33.9%

0

Based on 636 vehicles

75.8%Good
Smart average: 80.9%
Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

Top MOT Failures — Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto

The most common reasons a Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.4%
2

Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

3.3%
3

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.8%
4

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.1%
5

Fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap

1.7%
Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

4.7%

Rear Nearside

4.7%

Front Nearside

2.3%

Other Smart Models

Compare MOT reliability across Smart models.

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75.7% pass rate

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86.0% pass rate

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92.0% pass rate

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73.6% pass rate

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94.3% pass rate

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Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto

Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto is 73.6% compared to the Smart average of 80.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.4%), Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction (3.3%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 73.6%, the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto?
Typical mileage for the Smart Fortwo Passion 71 Auto: 69,468 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Fortwo Passion 71 Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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