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T5 RAB

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Grey Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,215 mi
Last recorded24,215 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 RAB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 24,215 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 23,078 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 21,589 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 21,589 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 20,696 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bushing worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 19,156 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 17,942 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 16,672 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 15,521 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 13,836 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 12,636 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 11,449 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 10,252 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 8,592 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 6,444 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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T5 RAB is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Grey with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 T5 RAB, 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 T5 RAB registered?

T5 RAB is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is T5 RAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T5 RAB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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