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LR09 YYL

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,548 mi
Last recorded63,548 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 YYL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 63,548 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 57,220 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 54,815 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 54,801 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 53,047 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 51,259 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 47,059 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 47,059 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 38,958 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2014 38,958 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 29,720 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 24,182 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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LR09 YYL is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LR09 YYL, 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 LR09 YYL registered?

LR09 YYL is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 25 March 2009.

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