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GL59 VXP

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

50,123 mi
Last recorded50,123 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 VXP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 50,123 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 49,707 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2023 49,076 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 48,206 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 48,205 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 48,063 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 48,062 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 46,962 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 44,677 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 44,677 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 42,935 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 41,453 miles

engine management light on

Pass 6 Jun 2016 41,115 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 40,113 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 40,113 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Inner Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 38,715 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 35,719 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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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GL59 VXP is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GL59 VXP, 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 GL59 VXP?

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What year was GL59 VXP registered?

GL59 VXP is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is GL59 VXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 VXP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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