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BG09 NKU

2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto

White Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

83,990 mi
Last recorded83,990 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto56,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 NKU
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion CDI Auto
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 83,990 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 81,185 miles

Central Rear Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 76,838 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 76,501 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 76,143 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 76,132 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 73,447 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 56,604 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 54,712 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 53,595 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 45,148 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 42,927 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 39,742 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 37,555 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 29,866 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 697 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
3,961
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
697
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 101
coil spring broken 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61
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BG09 NKU is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto in White with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 56,817 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG09 NKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG09 NKU registered?

BG09 NKU is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto, first registered on 15 August 2009.

Is BG09 NKU safe to buy?

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