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YG59 MFX

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

112,558 mi
Last recorded112,558 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 MFX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 112,558 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 112,558 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 108,172 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2024 108,088 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 103,369 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2024 103,353 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Nov 2022 101,238 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2022 101,238 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 99,260 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 97,803 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 96,787 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 94,076 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 78,920 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 67,537 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 60,664 miles

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

coolant level low

under trays fitted

Fail 16 Sep 2016 60,653 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

coolant level low

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2015 49,949 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2015 49,949 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 39,293 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 32,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 26,325 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 31 Oct 2011 20,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 20,757 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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YG59 MFX is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 YG59 MFX, 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 YG59 MFX registered?

YG59 MFX is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is YG59 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 MFX shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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