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MA59 XLR

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,768 mi
Last recorded39,768 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA59 XLR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 39,768 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2025 37,087 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2025 37,082 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2024 30,942 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 30,080 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 25,730 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 22,070 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 21,684 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 21,177 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 20,233 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 19,515 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 18,782 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 18,360 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 17,171 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 13,778 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 12,254 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
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MA59 XLR is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MA59 XLR, 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 MA59 XLR registered?

MA59 XLR is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is MA59 XLR safe to buy?

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