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NJ59 KVB

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,972 mi
Last recorded36,972 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ59 KVB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 36,972 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 36,972 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 31,735 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 27,079 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 26,981 miles

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

Nearside Rear UNABLE TO TEST WHEEL BEARING DUE TO BRAKE BINDING.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 22,431 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 16,834 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2020 14,801 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 13,159 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 11,597 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 10,111 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 9,556 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 8,533 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 7,311 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 5,946 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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NJ59 KVB is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NJ59 KVB, 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.

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What year was NJ59 KVB registered?

NJ59 KVB is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 11 September 2009.

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