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LS09 XLT

2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,275 mi
Last recorded27,275 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe44,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS09 XLT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 27,275 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 26,538 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 25,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 25,674 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 22,806 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 19,283 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 18,165 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 16,331 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 12,591 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 9,861 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 8,741 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 8,741 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 7,028 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 5,384 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 4,765 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 3,698 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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LS09 XLT is a 2009 Smart (mcc) City 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) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 44,599 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS09 XLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LS09 XLT registered?

LS09 XLT is a 2009 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is LS09 XLT safe to buy?

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