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YE59 PXL

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,144 mi
Last recorded59,144 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE59 PXL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 59,144 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 57,646 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2024 57,590 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various suspension components slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Unable to inspect various underside components due to the undershields

Pass 30 Oct 2023 56,923 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 30 Oct 2023 56,923 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 55,652 miles

Unable to inspect various underside components due to the undershields

Fail 28 Oct 2022 55,650 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Unable to inspect various underside components due to the undershields

Pass 26 Nov 2021 54,094 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15V Manufactured week 51 of 2010 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Manufactured week 51 of 2010 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to inspect various underside components due to the undershields

Pass 9 Nov 2020 52,854 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On rear axle, from flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On rear axle, from flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 50,750 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 50,573 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2019 50,565 miles

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 48,360 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 44,754 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 40,506 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 39,262 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 37,979 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 23,090 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 23,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 9,591 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YE59 PXL is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in White 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 YE59 PXL, 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 YE59 PXL registered?

YE59 PXL is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 28 December 2009.

Is YE59 PXL safe to buy?

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