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SH09 LVN

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,994 mi
Last recorded77,994 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 LVN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 77,994 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 76,490 miles

Rear Crash bar showing signs of deteriation bolt of item

Undertrays fitted

Pass 1 May 2024 75,502 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily rusted (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily rusted (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 75,502 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily rusted (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily rusted (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 74,314 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 73,047 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 71,903 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 71,902 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2020 70,944 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 69,368 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 69,367 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 66,989 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2017 65,162 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 59,179 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

underbody and engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2015 55,712 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 49,491 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2013 40,962 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 11,926 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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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SH09 LVN is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black 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 SH09 LVN, 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 SH09 LVN?

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What year was SH09 LVN registered?

SH09 LVN is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 1 May 2009.

Is SH09 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 LVN 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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