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CV59 LME

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Grey Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,359 mi
Last recorded26,359 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 LME
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 26,359 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2026 26,357 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow both sides need cleaning (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 25,830 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak and sump very corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2025 25,822 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel pedal goes to the floor (1.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak and sump very corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 24,992 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 24,964 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively showing signs of binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 23,899 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 23,898 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 22,733 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 22,730 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 21,925 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 21,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 21,270 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Inner (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Inner (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Aug 2020 21,269 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Pedal Excessive Travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Pipe attached to rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Both Sides (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Inner (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 20,684 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 20,684 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2018 19,226 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both fronts small cracks on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 18,206 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 18,165 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres on 3mm.

both front coil springs slightly corroded

slight movement rear gear box mounting

Pass 30 Aug 2016 16,924 miles

Front wipers smearing

Pass 26 Aug 2015 15,114 miles

slight play nearside front top strut mount

Pass 26 Aug 2014 13,918 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 12,703 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 12,703 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 11,239 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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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CV59 LME is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Grey with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV59 LME, 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.

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CV59 LME is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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