SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO (2013)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
77%
Total Tests (2024)
30
Avg Mileage
50,917 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,540
Is the 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%.
At 11 years old, 77% of SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTOs from 2013 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 50,917 miles.
How does the 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO has 50,917 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO
The 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 78% of 2013 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 50,917 miles at 11 years old, SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,540 (£128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 77% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO
At 11 years old, the SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2013 SMART FORTWO CITYFLAME EDITION AUTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2015) 81% pass rate (+4%) from 225,575 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (+1%) from 160,438 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2015) 81% pass rate (+4%) from 98,430 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2015) 82% pass rate (+5%) from 94,129 tests