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WP59 JVM

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Bronze Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,156 mi
Last recorded42,156 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP59 JVM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 42,156 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 40,839 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 Dec 2024 40,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 May 2023 39,241 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 38,932 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 38,932 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 38,395 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess front dog bone mount bush heavily perished (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 38,395 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess front dog bone mount bush heavily perished (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 36,096 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 36,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 33,139 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 31,210 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 27,398 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 27,398 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 24,678 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 21,578 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 19,298 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 16,114 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 13,928 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 11,410 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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WP59 JVM is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Bronze with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WP59 JVM, 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 WP59 JVM registered?

WP59 JVM is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 3 December 2009.

Is WP59 JVM safe to buy?

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