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BJ59 VWB

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,935 mi
Last recorded30,935 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet43,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 VWB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 30,935 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 28,768 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 26,206 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 23,684 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 22,233 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 21,142 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 21,132 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 20,079 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 18,353 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 16,702 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 14,918 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 30 Jan 2015 11,597 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 9,252 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2013 7,097 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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
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BJ59 VWB is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BJ59 VWB, 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 BJ59 VWB registered?

BJ59 VWB is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is BJ59 VWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 VWB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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