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EX09 VYP

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

68,834 mi
Last recorded68,834 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 VYP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 68,834 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 68,800 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2024 59,012 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 47,771 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 42,918 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wish bone arm play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 41,234 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 38,906 miles

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 36,299 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 31,629 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 31,627 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 26,004 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 21,045 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 16,410 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 15,842 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 14,767 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 14,202 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 13,397 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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EX09 VYP is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EX09 VYP, 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 EX09 VYP registered?

EX09 VYP is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 26 April 2009.

Is EX09 VYP safe to buy?

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