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HV09 MFO

2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

76,153 mi
Last recorded76,153 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe44,599 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV09 MFO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 76,153 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 75,368 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 75,239 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 64,733 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 45,337 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 23,659 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 16,945 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 15,149 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre profile slightly worn

Fail 12 Oct 2018 15,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre profile slightly worn

Offside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 12,713 miles

both front tyres cracked /perished on outer sidewalls

Pass 24 Jan 2017 10,319 miles

front tyres slightly cracked on sidewalls

Pass 4 Mar 2016 9,944 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 9,236 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 8,348 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 6,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 6,926 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 5,299 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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HV09 MFO is a 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 44,599 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV09 MFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV09 MFO registered?

HV09 MFO is a 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is HV09 MFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV09 MFO 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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