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YH59 HNC

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

101,103 mi
Last recorded101,103 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 HNC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 101,103 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2025 100,356 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 98,442 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 96,103 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2023 95,182 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 91,145 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 85,306 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 80,202 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 80,201 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 76,982 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2018 72,228 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Aug 2018 72,228 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 70,244 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 63,169 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2015 55,221 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 46,147 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 35,400 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 35,400 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 35,317 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 35,257 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)

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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YH59 HNC is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YH59 HNC, 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 YH59 HNC registered?

YH59 HNC is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is YH59 HNC safe to buy?

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