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

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77.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.0%

vs Smart Avg

6

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 77.9%, which is 3.0 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 Pulse Mhd Auto on the road.

The most common reasons a Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. If you are preparing your Fortwo Pulse Mhd 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 Pulse Mhd 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 Pulse Mhd Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 658 vehicles

79.9%Good
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

23.0%

Mileage at 10yr

74k mi

2012

Based on 267 vehicles

79.4%Good
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

19.0%

Mileage at 10yr

96k mi

2011

Based on 223 vehicles

76.2%Good
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

21.8%

2010

Based on 350 vehicles

78.3%Good
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

20.8%

2009

Based on 139 vehicles

72.7%Average
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

23.2%

0

Based on 838 vehicles

81.0%Good
Smart average: 80.9%
Mileage at 5yr

55k mi

Top MOT Failures — Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto

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

1

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

3.0%
2

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

2.6%
3

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

1.5%
4

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

1.5%
Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

5.8%

Rear Offside

4.4%

Front Offside

3.5%

Other Smart Models

Compare MOT reliability across Smart models.

Smart Forfour Brabus

73.1% pass rate

Smart Fortwo Pulse Cdi Auto

75.7% pass rate

Smart MC

86.0% pass rate

Smart Fortwo

92.0% pass rate

Smart City Passion 61 Auto

73.6% pass rate

Smart Fortwo Coupe Mhd

94.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

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 Pulse Mhd Auto

Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto is 77.9% 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 Pulse Mhd Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.0%), Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (2.6%), A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED (1.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 77.9%, the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd 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 Pulse Mhd Auto?
Typical mileage for the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto: 73,545 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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