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YK59 YCN

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Red Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,373 mi
Last recorded91,373 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 YCN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 91,373 miles

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 82,251 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 9 Sep 2023 79,344 miles

Rear both stability arm bushes have slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Sep 2022 76,089 miles

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 76,010 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged split at base of valve (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 73,248 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2020 71,001 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 66,560 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 66,178 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 65,784 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 65,297 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 64,773 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 63,749 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 63,749 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2014 60,398 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Sep 2013 54,700 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 54,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 33,916 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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YK59 YCN is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Red with a 799cc 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 YK59 YCN, 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 YK59 YCN registered?

YK59 YCN is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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The MOT history for YK59 YCN 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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