2008 Smart Fortwo Coupe 1.0L Petrol · GD08 BFA
2008 Smart Fortwo Coupe (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 116,050 miles. MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- SMART FORTWO COUPE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,050 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GD08 BFA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2025
- 116,050 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GD08 BFA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Smart Fortwo Coupe (GD08 BFA) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
GD08 BFA Mileage History
- 12/10/202396,989 mi
- 18/10/202396,989 mi
- 01/11/2024101,643 mi+4,654 mi
- 28/10/2025116,050 mi+14,407 mi
- 28/10/2025116,050 mi
Average of roughly 9,323 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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