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LB59 CRJ

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,621 mi
Last recorded78,621 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB59 CRJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 78,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Aug 2026 78,613 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides of vehicle. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 78,550 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 76,341 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 76,101 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside parking brake recording low effort

Pass 6 Nov 2023 60,325 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 50,573 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 49,267 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 46,206 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 44,270 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 42,524 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 39,646 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 37,257 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 37,257 miles

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 33,788 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 29,180 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2013 25,826 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 19,259 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LB59 CRJ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LB59 CRJ, 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 LB59 CRJ registered?

LB59 CRJ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 28 November 2009.

Is LB59 CRJ safe to buy?

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