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SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE (2013)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 68 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

75%

Total Tests (2024)

68

Avg Mileage

51,042 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,540

Is the 2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 7 points below the national average of 82%.

At 11 years old, 75% of SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPEs from 2013 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 68 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 51,042 miles.

How does the 2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE compare?

Rank among all 2013 cars540th out of 626(top 86%)
Rank among all SMART (MCC) models52th out of 83(top 63%)
vs national average-7% (82% avg)
vs 2013 cars average-5% (80% avg)
vs SMART (MCC) average-3% (78% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE has 51,042 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.

Best year to buy a SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE?

The most reliable year is the 2012 model with a 82% MOT pass rate, while the 2005 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2013 sits between the two at 75%.

How much does a 2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,540
Per month£128/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201687%4549,175 mi
201375%6851,042 mi
201282%2,67256,674 mi
201181%4,43564,666 mi
201078%6,94167,253 mi
200978%7,58367,856 mi
200877%6,11270,281 mi
200775%3,22470,264 mi
200673%1,36467,776 mi
200569%1,08770,726 mi
200473%89171,878 mi
200380%26178,856 mi
200271%13065,018 mi
200170%6364,807 mi

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About the 2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE

The 2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 68 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 86% of 2013 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 51,042 miles at 11 years old, SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE 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 (MCC) FORTWO COUPE?

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 75% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE Reliability Trend

Newer SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE

At 11 years old, the SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2012 model has the highest pass rate at 82%. Note: with only 68 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2013 SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: