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EK09 ZGR

2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,802 mi
Last recorded65,802 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK09 ZGR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 65,802 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2025 64,081 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 61,062 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 57,539 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 50,500 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 50,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 44,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 85% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 40,496 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 33,874 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 29,355 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 26,154 miles

Manufactures covers fitted at time of test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 21,234 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 17,135 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 14,017 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 10,580 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 7,905 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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EK09 ZGR is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 44,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK09 ZGR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK09 ZGR registered?

EK09 ZGR is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is EK09 ZGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK09 ZGR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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