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AP59 APZ

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

151,802 mi
Last recorded151,802 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP59 APZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 151,802 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 150,448 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 150,381 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 150,381 miles

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 148,365 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 144,203 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 139,714 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 135,114 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 130,958 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 127,597 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 125,439 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 107,950 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 107,945 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 67,442 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 60,815 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 60,815 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 46,131 miles

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
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AP59 APZ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AP59 APZ, 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 AP59 APZ registered?

AP59 APZ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is AP59 APZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP59 APZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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