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DX59 MDZ

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,131 mi
Last recorded28,131 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX59 MDZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 28,131 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 25,055 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2024 25,043 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 21,201 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 17,851 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2022 17,820 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2020 16,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHTLY PERISHED ON OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHTLY PERISHED ON OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 12,852 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 12,852 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2018 12,587 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 12,228 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 11,262 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 8,576 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 6,810 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 5,468 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 4,763 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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DX59 MDZ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DX59 MDZ, 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 DX59 MDZ?

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What year was DX59 MDZ registered?

DX59 MDZ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 15 October 2009.

Is DX59 MDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX59 MDZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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