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KN59 YML

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

75,667 mi
Last recorded75,667 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 YML
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 75,667 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 73,430 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 71,661 miles

Nearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 69,994 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 69,994 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 63,073 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 62,388 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 62,388 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 60,272 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 58,016 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 55,967 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Nov 2017 55,967 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 52,830 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 46,408 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 46,408 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front and rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 37,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 29,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 16,890 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 16,890 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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KN59 YML is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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

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 KN59 YML, 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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KN59 YML is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 10 November 2009.

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