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GU59 DWC

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Grey Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,220 mi
Last recorded70,220 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 DWC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 70,220 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 68,028 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 66,509 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 65,578 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 63,942 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2020 63,942 miles

Front Undertray insecure front is broken and is hanging down (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 52% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm 155/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2/3mm 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 63,004 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn inner edges 1556015 (5.2.3 (e))

covers & shields fitted

exhaust system deteriorated

rear wheels slightly binding

Pass 2 Feb 2018 49,900 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 44,525 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 38,577 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 32,133 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 25,230 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 17,018 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 17,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

engine management light on

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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GU59 DWC is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Grey with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU59 DWC, 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

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What year was GU59 DWC registered?

GU59 DWC is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 15 December 2009.

Is GU59 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 DWC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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