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WJ09 HTX

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

82,470 mi
Last recorded82,470 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 HTX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 82,470 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 81,367 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 81,361 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 80,046 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 80,046 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 78,466 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 78,464 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 76,163 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 73,328 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump plug leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 68,646 miles

oil leaks

Fail 5 Dec 2018 68,646 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

high level brake light not working

oil leaks

Pass 8 Dec 2017 64,752 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 60,483 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 50,681 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 41,952 miles

o/s front tyre low on tread (2mm)

Fail 6 Mar 2014 41,952 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s front tyre low on tread (2mm)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 33,171 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 24,948 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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WJ09 HTX 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 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ09 HTX, 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 WJ09 HTX?

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What year was WJ09 HTX registered?

WJ09 HTX is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is WJ09 HTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ09 HTX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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