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WJ59 FLD

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,167 mi
Last recorded42,167 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 FLD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 42,167 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 41,948 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 41,831 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 41,711 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 40,512 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 40,510 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 40,177 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

covers fitted not allowing full inspection of various components

Pass 13 Sep 2019 38,257 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Lower ball joint gaiter twisted but not split

Nearside Front abs wire touches roll bar drop link on full lock, no damage at time of inspection

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 38,193 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 34,543 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 34,539 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 31,501 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 31,479 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 27,944 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 23,970 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 20,866 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 19,769 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 15,024 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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WJ59 FLD 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 77.8%.

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 WJ59 FLD, 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 WJ59 FLD registered?

WJ59 FLD is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is WJ59 FLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ59 FLD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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