Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,904 vehicles, the 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (21.4% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (18% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (17.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Smart (mcc) Fortwo (2019)

1,904 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.3% first-time pass rate

2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo

CarHunch analysed 1,904 real MOT records for the 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2019 Smart Fortwo is a genuinely reliable proposition by UK standards, with a first-time pass rate of 91.3%—well ahead of the 80% average. The electric variant pulls even further ahead at 93.3%, while the petrol version sits at 90.8%, and dangerous defects are uncommon at just 13%, so there's nothing here to scare prospective buyers.

These cars are running low mileage for their age (median 19,412 miles), which explains their strong MOT performance and suggests they're cherished urban runabouts rather than workhorses. The average vehicle picks up 0.48 failures and 2.9 advisories per test, which is modest—so when you're viewing one, a full service history and recent brake inspection matter more than mechanical surprises.

The 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.3% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

13%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.48

Over 4.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

19k

Middle half: 13k–28k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,904 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,904 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 21.4%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 16.4%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 6.2%

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Wipers & washers 3.8%

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019.

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Before you buy a 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo

Based on MOT data from 1,904 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (81%)	1,540	90.8%	0.51
Electric (19%)	364	93.4%	0.35

Colour Breakdown

Based on 23,991 Smart (mcc) Fortwo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 41.4%

9,943

White 26.2%

6,278

Silver 10.5%

2,518

Grey 5.5%

1,315

Red 4.9%

1,164

Blue 4.8%

1,148

Orange 4.4%

1,053

Yellow 1.5%

354

Green 0.4%

103

Brown 0.4%

Pink 0%

Multi-colour 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

19,412

typical

12,648

low mileage

28,316

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo vehicles fall between 12,648 and 28,316 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,648 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 12,648–28,316 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwos sit.

⚠ Over 38,226 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwo — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Smart (mcc) Fortwos are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,800 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.48

Avg failures per vehicle

2.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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