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FG59 CVS

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,859 mi
Last recorded36,859 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 CVS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 36,859 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2026 36,855 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged 185/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2025 34,999 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 32,468 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 31,822 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 29,368 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 26,965 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 23,200 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 21,888 miles

Front registration plate starting to delaminate

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack / perish

Offside Front tyre starting to crack / perish

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

Rear registration plate starting to delaminate

Pass 8 Oct 2018 19,449 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 19,449 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 16,351 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 28 Sep 2016 13,104 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 9,921 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 7,125 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 5,581 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 3,981 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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FG59 CVS is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc 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 FG59 CVS, 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 FG59 CVS?

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What year was FG59 CVS registered?

FG59 CVS is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is FG59 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 CVS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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