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FY09 DWX

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

48,878 mi
Last recorded48,878 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 DWX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 48,878 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 46,887 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 44,755 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 42,609 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 42,609 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 34,782 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 32,624 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 29,791 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 28,134 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 28,134 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 24,943 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 20,891 miles

Engine cover

Undertray

Pass 13 Jun 2015 16,678 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 16,678 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 May 2014 10,731 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 10,608 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 9,719 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 9,719 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 9,130 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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FY09 DWX is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FY09 DWX, 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 FY09 DWX?

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What year was FY09 DWX registered?

FY09 DWX is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is FY09 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 DWX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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