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Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 143 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

76%

Total Tests

143

Model Years

2007 to 2008

Years Covered

2

About the Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto

The Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto was MOT tested 143 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (2007 to 2008), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.

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

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)
£1,175
Road Tax
£20
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,750
Per month£146/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2008 details

How reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto?

vs average of all models-6% (82% avg)
vs Smart brand average-4% (80% avg)

Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200874%8782,950 mi
200777%5682,587 mi

Questions about the Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto

Is the Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto reliable?

Across its 2 model years in our data (2007 to 2008), the Smart Fortwo Pure 71 Auto averages a 76% MOT pass rate, from 143 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 6 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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