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AV09 VTF

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,103 mi
Last recorded71,103 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet43,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 VTF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 71,103 miles

Aux belt starting to damage oil pressure switch.

Engine aux belt badly damaged - attention required asap.

Nearside plastic undertray broken.

Offside Front headlamp beam image poor.

Pass 28 Oct 2024 68,688 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 68,639 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tread measuring 1.18mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread measuring 2.15mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 64,409 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 59,426 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 56,105 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 56,105 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 53,657 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 50,896 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 48,139 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 48,139 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 42,690 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 42,690 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 39,183 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 34,296 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 29,628 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 22,962 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2012 16,929 miles

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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet reliability report

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AV09 VTF is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV09 VTF, 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

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What year was AV09 VTF registered?

AV09 VTF is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is AV09 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV09 VTF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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