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YC09 VHA

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

75,317 mi
Last recorded75,317 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 VHA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 75,317 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 72,572 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 69,291 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 66,108 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 61,010 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 55,737 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 51,103 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 43,732 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 43,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 39,810 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 36,001 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2015 26,301 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2014 25,226 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 25,226 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 20 May 2014 25,215 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 May 2013 24,543 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 21,402 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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YC09 VHA is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YC09 VHA, 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 YC09 VHA registered?

YC09 VHA is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is YC09 VHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 VHA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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