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AV59 GXJ

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,981 mi
Last recorded23,981 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 GXJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 23,981 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip (3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 22,373 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 21,335 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 19,990 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 18,559 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 17,290 miles

Front tyres cracking slightly

Pass 12 Oct 2020 16,433 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 15,442 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 15,442 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 13,885 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 13,824 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 12,395 miles

Both rear tyres have small cuts in tread

Pass 17 Oct 2016 10,886 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 9,796 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 8,657 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 7,229 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 5,472 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 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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AV59 GXJ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AV59 GXJ, 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.

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What year was AV59 GXJ registered?

AV59 GXJ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 17 October 2009.

Is AV59 GXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 GXJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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