SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A (2014)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 42 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
76%
Total Tests (2024)
42
Avg Mileage
41,094 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,540
Is the 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SMART brand average of 80%.
At 10 years old, 76% of SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD As from 2014 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 42 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 41,094 miles.
How does the 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A has 41,094 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 74,000 miles for a 10-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A 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 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A
The 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 42 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 87% of 2014 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 41,094 miles at 10 years old, SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A 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 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A?
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 76% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A
At 10 years old, the SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A 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 42 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2014 SMART FORTWO GRANDSTYLE EDITN MHD A
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 (+5%) from 225,575 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (+2%) from 160,438 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2016) 83% pass rate (+7%) from 99,081 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2015) 82% pass rate (+6%) from 94,129 tests