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LG59 JVW

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

19,156 mi
Last recorded19,156 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 JVW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 19,156 miles

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

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

Rear Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 21 May 2025 18,567 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 17,973 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 16,927 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 16,271 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 16,271 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2021 15,700 miles

Engine and underbody covers fitted restricted view

Pass 9 May 2019 14,143 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 27,387 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 27,387 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 11,600 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 10,517 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 9,627 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 May 2015 9,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 8,332 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 May 2014 8,332 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 May 2013 7,112 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 7,112 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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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LG59 JVW is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LG59 JVW, 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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What year was LG59 JVW registered?

LG59 JVW is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 18 November 2009.

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The MOT history for LG59 JVW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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