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PL09 FXV

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,814 mi
Last recorded100,814 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL09 FXV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 100,814 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 96,005 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 93,663 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2023 91,390 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 91,234 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 90,848 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 87,192 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 87,192 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 78,982 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 69,556 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 58,867 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 58,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 48,195 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 38,632 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 38,632 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 29,913 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 19,353 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 10,126 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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PL09 FXV is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PL09 FXV, 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 PL09 FXV registered?

PL09 FXV is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 22 July 2009.

Is PL09 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL09 FXV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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