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LO59 LNJ

2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

White Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

33,465 mi
Last recorded33,465 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto54,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 33,465 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2026 33,462 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2023 33,366 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 33,260 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 32,909 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 32,356 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 31,898 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 31,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced bulb in up side down (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 30,767 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 29,424 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 28,723 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2016 28,723 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 27,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside headlamp beam image deteriorated

Offside Front tyre cut

Fail 25 Nov 2015 27,412 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside headlamp beam image deteriorated

Offside Front tyre cut

Pass 24 Nov 2014 26,209 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

NO emission results due to LOW emitting engine

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2014 24,816 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 24,814 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2012 22,255 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 LNJ is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in White with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LNJ, 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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LO59 LNJ is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 30 December 2009.

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