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LN59 OBH

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,450 mi
Last recorded40,450 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN59 OBH
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 40,450 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2026 40,450 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 39,649 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 39,630 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 37,866 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 37,836 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 33,788 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 27,366 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 19,617 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 19,617 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 19,604 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged Excessively cracked/perished (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged Excessively cracked/perished (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2020 17,830 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 12,249 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 12,125 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 12,125 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 11,806 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 11,533 miles

all four tyres have perish cracks

Fail 2 Aug 2016 11,533 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

all four tyres have perish cracks

Pass 12 Aug 2015 11,334 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 11,311 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 9,413 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 6,755 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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LN59 OBH is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LN59 OBH, 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 LN59 OBH registered?

LN59 OBH is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is LN59 OBH safe to buy?

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