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LD59 VZT

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,884 mi
Last recorded93,884 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 VZT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 93,884 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 93,089 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 90,705 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 87,102 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 80,614 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 71,947 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2021 71,947 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 65,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold leak (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 62,257 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 54,875 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 44,888 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 3 Dec 2015 34,962 miles

Front brake disc's slightly worn

Front brake pads on limit

Nearside drive shaft seal leaking

Pass 3 Dec 2014 29,024 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Dec 2013 22,921 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 16,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 16,921 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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LD59 VZT is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LD59 VZT, 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

How do I check the history of LD59 VZT?

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What year was LD59 VZT registered?

LD59 VZT is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is LD59 VZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 VZT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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