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HY59 VLX

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

White Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,839 mi
Last recorded47,839 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 VLX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 47,839 miles

Offside Rear brakes grabbing

Pass 7 Nov 2024 44,519 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

gearbox stabilizer mount worn

Fail 6 Nov 2024 44,519 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

gearbox stabilizer mount worn

Pass 8 Nov 2023 41,224 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 34,715 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 34,715 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 28,131 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 24,303 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 18,962 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 18,961 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear brakes grabbing

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 12,024 miles

Front FRONT TYRES CRACKED/PERISHED OUTER SIDEWALLS

Rear REAR TYRES CRACKED/PERISHED OUTER SIDEWALLS

Pass 13 Sep 2017 11,805 miles

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 12 Sep 2016 11,024 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 11,024 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 9,800 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 8,539 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 7,196 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 5,637 miles

Steering rough

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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HY59 VLX is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in White with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HY59 VLX, 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 HY59 VLX registered?

HY59 VLX is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is HY59 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY59 VLX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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