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YC09 VKR

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,037 mi
Last recorded35,037 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 VKR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 35,037 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 33,347 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 33,202 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 33,202 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 32,940 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 32,282 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2021 32,282 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 31,551 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 30,508 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 30,462 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 28,428 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 27,392 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 26,116 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 26,116 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 24,444 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 22,927 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 21,184 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 19,730 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 VKR is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc diesel 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 YC09 VKR, 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 YC09 VKR?

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What year was YC09 VKR registered?

YC09 VKR is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is YC09 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 VKR 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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