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KT09 LCF

2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Diesel 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

135,800 mi
Last recorded135,800 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT09 LCF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 135,800 miles

Coil spring corroded bothside rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn . (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 135,800 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded bothside rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn . (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 129,638 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Jun 2024 129,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Jun 2023 124,364 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

advise slight corrosion on brake pipes

Fail 14 Jun 2023 124,364 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

advise slight corrosion on brake pipes

Pass 13 Jun 2022 119,778 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front chip on windscreen within mot limits

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded badly corroded in places should replace (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 114,463 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 110,425 miles

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

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))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 105,285 miles

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

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

under shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Jun 2018 98,499 miles

all 4 tyres valves cracking/perished.

centre rear lamp not working.

shields and covers fitted unable to fully inspect.

various metal brake pipes signs of corrosion.

Pass 20 Jun 2017 89,686 miles

all 4 tyre valves starting to perish.

Pass 20 Jun 2016 80,668 miles

all 4 tyre valves perished.

Fail 20 Jun 2016 80,668 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light. (1.1.A.3b)

all 4 tyre valves perished.

Pass 24 Jun 2015 71,177 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 62,524 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2013 52,272 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 52,272 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 44,034 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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KT09 LCF is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 44,862 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) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KT09 LCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KT09 LCF registered?

KT09 LCF is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 26 June 2009.

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