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BG59 GXB

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Blue Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

41,236 mi
Last recorded41,236 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 GXB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 41,236 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting 155/60/15 nankang (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting 175/55/15 nankang (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 39,448 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 38,793 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer wall 155/60/15 kumho (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer wall 175/55/15 Kumho (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 38,454 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/55/15 Kumho (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/55/15 Kumho (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jul 2023 38,454 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/55/15 Kumho (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/55/15 Kumho (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 37,871 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 37,871 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 37,511 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 36,613 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 36,613 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 35,496 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 35,321 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 32,783 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 29,576 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 25,849 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 22,622 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 19,541 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BG59 GXB is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Blue with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BG59 GXB, 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

How do I check the history of BG59 GXB?

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What year was BG59 GXB registered?

BG59 GXB is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is BG59 GXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 GXB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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