2008 Smart Fortwo 1.0L Petrol · OV58 XBY
2008 Smart Fortwo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2008. MOT status: No details held by DVLA.
- Make & Model
- SMART FORTWO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- No details held by DVLA
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Feb 2012)
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OV58 XBY Key Findings
- No MOT test records found for this registration
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MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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Known faults for Smart Smart Fortwo (451)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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- MHD Drive Belt FailureSerious
The Mild Hybrid Drive system uses a belt to start the engine and drive the water pump. If the belt snaps, the engine will overheat almost instantly, often warping the head.
- Clutch Actuator FailureModerate
The actuator that operates the clutch can seize or wear out, leading to jerky gear changes or failure to select drive.
- SAM Unit Corrosion (Water Ingress)Serious
In the UK, water can enter the cabin via the door seals or heater intake and track down to the SAM unit (located in the passenger footwell).
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