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SM59 NBZ

2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Diesel 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

52,546 mi
Last recorded52,546 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 NBZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 52,546 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 51,517 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 50,083 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 50,082 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 45,901 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 45,901 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 43,635 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 41,426 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Dec 2018 39,864 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 37,291 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 33,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 28,960 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 28,958 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,577 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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SM59 NBZ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 44,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM59 NBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM59 NBZ?

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What year was SM59 NBZ registered?

SM59 NBZ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 15 December 2009.

Is SM59 NBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 NBZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM59 NBZ have outstanding finance?

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