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L9 CDV

2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,629 mi
Last recorded57,629 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,397 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 CDV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 57,629 miles

Fuel Cap Seal Perished/Cracking

Pass 6 Aug 2025 51,350 miles

both rear tyres 3.5m

chip to windscreen

n/s rear tyre build code (3315)

o/s rear tyre build code (3215)

Fail 30 Jul 2025 51,350 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both rear tyres 3.5m

chip to windscreen

n/s rear tyre build code (3315)

o/s rear tyre build code (3215)

Pass 12 Aug 2024 50,718 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 50,718 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 49,731 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 49,071 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 46,628 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 42,764 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 38,890 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 38,880 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 32,466 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 25,926 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 17,420 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 11,917 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 11,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 6,397 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 3,595 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 2,747 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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L9 CDV is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 45,397 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 L9 CDV, 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 19 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 L9 CDV registered?

L9 CDV is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 12 April 2007.

Is L9 CDV safe to buy?

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