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GX59 PKV

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,188 mi
Last recorded105,188 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX59 PKV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine698cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 105,188 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 105,188 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 90,647 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 90,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam N/S/F DIP BEAM INOP (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 79,880 miles

Nearside Rear outer sidewall perished

Offside Front corrosion/rusty

Offside Rear outer sidewall perished

Fail 24 Aug 2015 79,880 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bush worn to excess (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear outer sidewall perished

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes worn/play (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front corrosion/rusty

Offside Rear outer sidewall perished

Pass 6 Sep 2014 69,245 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Oil leak

offside front wipper slighty smeary

Pass 7 Sep 2013 57,597 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Sep 2012 44,901 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

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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GX59 PKV is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX59 PKV, 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 GX59 PKV registered?

GX59 PKV is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is GX59 PKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX59 PKV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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