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AF09 HPO

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,381 mi
Last recorded39,381 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet43,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 HPO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 39,381 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 39,354 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 36,657 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 34,377 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 34,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 32,451 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 30,486 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 27,484 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 25,827 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 25,827 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 23,551 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Mar 2019 23,551 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Mar 2018 21,774 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 21,765 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 20,412 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 18,329 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 16,878 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 14,109 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Mar 2013 12,040 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 10,479 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
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AF09 HPO is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,426 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF09 HPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF09 HPO?

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What year was AF09 HPO registered?

AF09 HPO is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is AF09 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 HPO shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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