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LN59 VVU

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,706 mi
Last recorded60,706 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN59 VVU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 60,706 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2025 56,853 miles

Undertray fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Mar 2024 52,104 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 49,315 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 47,069 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 May 2021 44,179 miles

Rear Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 4 May 2021 44,178 miles

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

Rear Gearbox mounting defective ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid REFILLED RESERVOIR (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 43,076 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 39,178 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 36,204 miles

Engine bay covers and under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 6 Feb 2017 33,578 miles

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Slight cracking to offside rear outer tyre wall.

Fail 6 Feb 2017 33,578 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both bushes (2.4.G.2)

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Slight cracking to offside rear outer tyre wall.

Pass 20 Feb 2016 26,983 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 26 Feb 2015 23,421 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 19,557 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2012 16,189 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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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LN59 VVU is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc 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 LN59 VVU, 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 LN59 VVU?

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What year was LN59 VVU registered?

LN59 VVU is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is LN59 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN59 VVU 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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