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LO59 EZV

2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

White Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

112,598 mi
Last recorded112,598 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto54,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO59 EZV
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 112,598 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 112,441 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 111,367 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 111,367 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 108,445 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 96,618 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 76,257 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 97,432 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 70,316 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush has slight play (2.4.G.2)

ns and os rear tires low tread and beveled inside edge

Fail 8 Sep 2017 70,316 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush has slight play (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

ns and os rear tires low tread and beveled inside edge

Pass 8 Sep 2016 56,513 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 43,543 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 37,113 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2014 37,113 miles

Centre engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 30,678 miles

engine management warning lamp on

Fail 15 Nov 2013 30,677 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

engine management warning lamp on

Pass 3 Sep 2012 23,456 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto?

Based on 4,291 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
3,775
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
brake binding 23
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LO59 EZV is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in White with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 54,158 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 Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO59 EZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LO59 EZV registered?

LO59 EZV is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 21 December 2009.

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