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HY09 WLO

2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,078 mi
Last recorded35,078 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe44,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY09 WLO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 35,078 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 31,746 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 31,707 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 28,243 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 28,243 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 24,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 23,012 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 23,012 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 22,723 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 22,554 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 22,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 21,760 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 20,707 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 20,707 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 19,481 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 18,489 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 16,403 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 13,554 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 10,721 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 8,129 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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HY09 WLO is a 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 HY09 WLO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY09 WLO registered?

HY09 WLO is a 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is HY09 WLO safe to buy?

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