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YF59 FAJ

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,725 mi
Last recorded59,725 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF59 FAJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 59,725 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX AREA (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (ANTI ROLL BAR D-BUSH'S HAVE PLAY) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 57,883 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 57,883 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 55,610 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 53,609 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 51,550 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 49,109 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 49,109 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 45,805 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 43,021 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 39,468 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 39,468 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 36,348 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 35,851 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 34,231 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 30,581 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 25,467 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 22,987 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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YF59 FAJ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF59 FAJ, 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 YF59 FAJ registered?

YF59 FAJ is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is YF59 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF59 FAJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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