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BK09 VZJ

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

67,843 mi
Last recorded67,843 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 VZJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 67,843 miles

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))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 63,501 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 59,847 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 56,129 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 53,512 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2021 50,324 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 46,712 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 46,712 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))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 42,569 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 37,613 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 37,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 34,154 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 31,405 miles

All four tyres, walls cracked

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 14 Jul 2016 31,405 miles

All four tyres, walls cracked

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 6 Jul 2015 28,745 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 25,100 miles

both rear tyres walls are cracked

Pass 9 Jul 2013 21,869 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 16,837 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 48,586 miles

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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BK09 VZJ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BK09 VZJ, 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 BK09 VZJ?

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What year was BK09 VZJ registered?

BK09 VZJ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is BK09 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 VZJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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