Official DVLA Record

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto 1.0L Petrol · WG08 FTA

WG08 FTA

2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29/05/2008. Recorded mileage 14,779 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SMART FORTWO PURE 61 AUTO
Year / Origin
2008 · Exeter
MOT Status
Valid until 29/06/2023
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
14,779 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 29/06/2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT test on 1 July 2022, which passed with no recorded defects. This followed a failure exactly one year prior in June 2022, though the record does not specify the mechanical cause of that failure. Given that the current date is 29 August 2026, the vehicle is over four years overdue for its annual inspection, rendering the previous roadworthiness status obsolete. The recorded mileage of 14,779 miles over an 18-year span reflects an average annual usage of approximately 821 miles per year. This exceptionally low mileage suggests the car has spent long periods stationary, which can lead to the degradation of components regardless of typical mechanical wear and tear. The data is sparse, with only two entries provided from 2022, leaving little historical evidence to track the long-term condition of the drivetrain or suspension components over the vehicle's actual lifespan. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the rubber components and fluid systems, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from perished hoses, cracked tyres, and seized brake components. Checking for seized brake calipers and pitted brake discs is essential given the lack of regular use. Furthermore, the chassis should be examined for structural corrosion, as the age of the 2008 Smart increases the risk of structural integrity issues that are not captured by low mileage figures alone. Buying score: 48 Risk level: Medium.

WG08 FTA Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2022
  • 14,779 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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WG08 FTA Mileage History

  1. 29/06/202214,778 mi
  2. 01/07/202214,779 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 177 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

WG08 FTA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 06:13
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto (WG08 FTA) between June 2022 and July 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 July 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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