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HW59 EXP

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,647 mi
Last recorded31,647 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW59 EXP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 31,647 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 31,484 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 31,220 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 30,749 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 28,670 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 26,527 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 26,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2019 24,585 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 23,390 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 23,390 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 20,580 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2016 15,573 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 11,048 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 10,500 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 9,651 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 7,606 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
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HW59 EXP is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HW59 EXP, 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 HW59 EXP?

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What year was HW59 EXP registered?

HW59 EXP is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is HW59 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW59 EXP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW59 EXP have outstanding finance?

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