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FY09 VWG

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,852 mi
Last recorded62,852 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 62,852 miles

Unable to see front pads through wheel

Pass 5 Jun 2025 61,806 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 60,123 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 57,608 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 55,529 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 55,524 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished /cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2021 51,625 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 47,502 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 39,990 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 39,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 34,176 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 29,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 25,575 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 20,062 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 15,649 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 12,580 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 11,765 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 VWG is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Red 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 FY09 VWG, 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 VWG?

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What year was FY09 VWG registered?

FY09 VWG is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is FY09 VWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 VWG 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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