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GB09 HEN

2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,918 mi
Last recorded57,918 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB09 HEN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 57,918 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2026 57,918 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2025 55,409 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 53,059 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 3mm 175-55-15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 47,830 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 43,976 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 42,383 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 40,720 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 40,699 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 40,699 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 36,673 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 30,645 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 25,731 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner, 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner, 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner, 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre has cuts/damage in tread pattern, but not exposing ply or cords

Pass 21 Dec 2015 21,185 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 21,185 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 15,568 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2013 12,517 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 9,620 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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GB09 HEN is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GB09 HEN, 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 GB09 HEN registered?

GB09 HEN is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 November 2009.

Is GB09 HEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB09 HEN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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