Smart Fortwo pure 71 auto
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 143 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
76%
Total Tests
143
Best Year
2007 (77%)
Years Covered
2
About the Smart Fortwo pure 71 auto
The Smart Fortwo pure 71 auto has been tested 143 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2007 to 2008), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2007 model is the most reliable with a 77% pass rate from 56 tests. The 2008 model has the lowest at 74%. With just a 3 point spread, the Fortwo pure 71 auto is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2007) averages 82,587 miles, while the newest (2008) averages 82,950 miles.
Compared to the Smart brand average of 80%, the Fortwo pure 71 auto is 4 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Smart models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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