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BJ59 YSH

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,263 mi
Last recorded95,263 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 YSH
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 95,263 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 7 Sep 2026 95,263 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 88,824 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 86,186 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 85,294 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 83,559 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 81,591 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 74,890 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 72,850 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 67,990 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 58,497 miles

Front wipers worn but still clear screen

undertrays and covers fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2016 52,760 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 50,955 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre inner sidewall has large shallow splits

Pass 9 May 2014 46,430 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 37,300 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 35,999 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 35,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 19 Nov 2012 35,990 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BJ59 YSH is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BJ59 YSH, 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

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What year was BJ59 YSH registered?

BJ59 YSH is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 26 November 2009.

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