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AO09 RNZ

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,390 mi
Last recorded49,390 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 RNZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 49,390 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 49,093 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 48,812 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 45,321 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 44,540 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 41,752 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 38,239 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 34,769 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 32,499 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 32,498 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn cap seal broken (7.2.4c)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 29,175 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 29,175 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 24,360 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 24,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 18,655 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 18,655 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 17,383 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 16,656 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 16,287 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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AO09 RNZ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 45,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO09 RNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO09 RNZ registered?

AO09 RNZ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is AO09 RNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO09 RNZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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