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OE09 RUW

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

62,764 mi
Last recorded62,764 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE09 RUW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 62,764 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 59,852 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 53,709 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 46,361 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 46,359 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 45,387 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 42,911 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 40,670 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 40,668 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 37,683 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2018 37,683 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 32,230 miles

under trays /sill covers

Pass 17 Aug 2016 31,214 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 30,337 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 27,673 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 24,522 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 20,205 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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OE09 RUW is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 OE09 RUW, 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

How do I check the history of OE09 RUW?

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What year was OE09 RUW registered?

OE09 RUW is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 15 July 2009.

Is OE09 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE09 RUW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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