Smart MOT pass rate
Smart's pass rate of 79.0% is in line with the national average for cars, at 79.2%. This is based on 133,724 MOT tests across 10 Smart models with enough test volume to report on.
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Models
| Model | Pass rate | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Fortwo | 84.8% | 43,002 |
| Forfour | 79.6% | 33,784 |
| Fortwo Coupe | 72.9% | 27,618 |
| City Coupe | 68.4% | 6,404 |
| Fortwo Cabriolet | 74.9% | 6,335 |
| Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) | 74.4% | 1,325 |
| Cabriolet | 71.2% | 1,293 |
| Fortwo Pulse | 77.4% | 1,275 |
| Roadster | 77.2% | 1,204 |
| City Cabriolet | 66.2% | 1,062 |
Top failure reasons across Smart
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 52.4% | Not working |
| Suspension | 27.9% | Fractured or broken |
| Brakes | 26.6% | Excessively binding |
| Tyres | 23.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 19.7% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 17.6% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Body, chassis, structure | 8.3% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 2.8% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.4% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |