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BU09 YFV

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,687 mi
Last recorded53,687 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 YFV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 53,687 miles

Both headlamp dip beam light outputs slightly reduced , adequate at this time.

Lower engine mount worn.

Minor corrosion on various brake pipes and suspension components.

Pass 18 Jul 2025 53,529 miles

Both headlamps , dip beam light output slightly reduced.

Lower engine mount worn , rubber deteriorated.

Minor surface corrosion started on various brake pipes.

Pass 19 Jul 2024 53,079 miles

Ageing cracks in all four tyres.

Both headlamp images slightly dim.

Offside wiper worn.

Pass 10 Jul 2023 52,102 miles

Headlamp images slightly dim.

Pass 8 Jul 2022 48,505 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 48,077 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 46,978 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 46,914 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 45,823 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 44,725 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 44,725 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 43,656 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 40,585 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 38,889 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 37,691 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 36,035 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 35,368 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

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

Wipers smear

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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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BU09 YFV is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BU09 YFV, 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 BU09 YFV registered?

BU09 YFV is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is BU09 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 YFV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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