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KN09 XSR

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,779 mi
Last recorded65,779 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 XSR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 65,779 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 65,779 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Suspect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 55,757 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 55,757 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 52,821 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 49,352 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 40,789 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 40,772 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Nov 2020 38,117 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 34,832 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 32,916 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 30,669 miles

engine covers fitted

o/s/r tyre starting to wear low

service light on

service light on

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2016 28,276 miles

front wipers starting to smear on screen

n/s/r tyre inner sidewall deterioration starting to split cannot see any tyre structure at present

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 26,132 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 23,961 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers starting to smear on screen

Fail 23 Apr 2014 23,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers starting to smear on screen

Pass 27 Apr 2013 21,320 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers starting to smear on screen

Pass 28 Apr 2012 18,145 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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KN09 XSR is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol 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 KN09 XSR, 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.

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What year was KN09 XSR registered?

KN09 XSR is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 15 May 2009.

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The MOT history for KN09 XSR 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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