Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium. Check any Eq Forfour Pulse Premium by registration number below.

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71.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.7%

vs Smart Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium — MOT Reliability Overview

The Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium has an average MOT pass rate of 71.5%, which is 4.7 percentage points below the Smart brand average of 76.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Eq Forfour Pulse Premium on the road.

The most common reasons a Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your Eq Forfour Pulse Premium 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 Eq Forfour Pulse Premium, 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 Eq Forfour Pulse Premium performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 53 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

8.9%

Mileage at 3yr

18k mi

2021

Based on 73 vehicles

89.0%Excellent

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

9.2%

Mileage at 3yr

19k mi

2021

Based on 483 vehicles

92.5%Excellent

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

7.5%

Mileage at 3yr

21k mi

2021

Based on 301 vehicles

93.4%Excellent

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

6.6%

Mileage at 3yr

20k mi

2020

Based on 765 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

9.2%

Mileage at 3yr

19k mi

Mileage at 5yr

20k mi

2020

Based on 97 vehicles

85.6%Excellent

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

22.0%

Mileage at 3yr

23k mi

2020

Based on 730 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

14.5%

Mileage at 3yr

19k mi

Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

2007

Based on 117 vehicles

76.1%Good

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

19.2%

2006

Based on 30 vehicles

63.3%Below Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Retest Rate

22.2%

2006

Based on 226 vehicles

71.2%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

23.4%

2006

Based on 100 vehicles

53.0%Below Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

10.7%

Retest Rate

48.2%

2006

Based on 153 vehicles

67.3%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

33.7%

2006

Based on 117 vehicles

68.4%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

9.8%

Retest Rate

21.3%

2006

Based on 97 vehicles

52.6%Below Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

48.3%

2006

Based on 385 vehicles

65.7%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

30.0%

2006

Based on 194 vehicles

75.3%Good

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.4%

Retest Rate

19.3%

2006

Based on 32 vehicles

65.6%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Retest Rate

13.3%

2006

Based on 124 vehicles

70.2%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

27.5%

2005

Based on 60 vehicles

63.3%Below Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

36.7%

2005

Based on 236 vehicles

62.7%Below Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

25.6%

2005

Based on 30 vehicles

46.7%Poor

Smart average: 76.2%

Retest Rate

37.5%

2005

Based on 51 vehicles

72.5%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

30.0%

2005

Based on 345 vehicles

63.8%Below Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

10.2%

Retest Rate

35.8%

2005

Based on 134 vehicles

73.1%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

17.9%

2005

Based on 208 vehicles

65.4%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

13.9%

Retest Rate

32.4%

2004

Based on 118 vehicles

70.3%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

8.7%

Retest Rate

24.6%

2004

Based on 104 vehicles

55.8%Below Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

35.7%

2004

Based on 62 vehicles

71.0%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

15.6%

2004

Based on 85 vehicles

71.8%Average

Smart average: 76.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

19.2%

Top MOT Failures — Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium

The most common reasons a Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

6.4%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

5.8%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

5.0%

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

4.1%

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.7%

Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

3.8%

Front Offside

3.8%

Offside

1.9%

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 City Passion 61 Auto

73.6% pass rate

Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto

77.1% pass rate

Smart Roadster Coupe 80 Auto(rhd)

76.5% pass rate

Smart Forfour Coolstyle 90 S-A

53.0% 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 Eq Forfour Pulse Premium

Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium?

The average MOT pass rate for the Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium is 71.5% compared to the Smart average of 76.2%. 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 Eq Forfour Pulse Premium?

The most common MOT failures on the Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (6.4%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (5.8%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (5.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 71.5%, the Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium 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 Eq Forfour Pulse Premium?

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 Eq Forfour Pulse Premium?

Typical mileage for the Smart Eq Forfour Pulse Premium: 18,341 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Eq Forfour Pulse Premium to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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