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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto. Check any Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto by registration number below.

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70.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.0%

vs Smart Avg

4

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 70.8%, which is 10.0 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 61 Auto on the road.

Before buying a used Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 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 61 Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 37 vehicles

70.3%Average
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

10.7%

2006

Based on 32 vehicles

78.1%Good
Smart average: 80.9%
Retest Rate

26.7%

2005

Based on 35 vehicles

62.9%Below Average
Smart average: 80.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

31.8%

0

Based on 61 vehicles

72.1%Average
Smart average: 80.9%
Mileage at 5yr

66k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

13.5%

Front Offside

13.5%

Offside

8.1%

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

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Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto

Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto is 70.8% 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 61 Auto?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 70.8%, the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto 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 Fortwo Pulse 61 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 61 Auto?
Typical mileage for the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto: 66,384 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Fortwo Pulse 61 Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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